The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Has a Right-Sided

question 18

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who has a right-sided chest tube following a thoracotomy and has continuous bubbling in the suction-control chamber of the collection device. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement?

• A)Document the presence of a large air leak
• B)Obtain and attach a new collection device
• C)Notify the surgeon of a possible pneumothorax
• D)Take no further action with the collection device

Recognize the traits and utility of eclectic psychotherapy.

Appreciate the role of self-help groups in therapy.

Grasp the concept and effectiveness of psychotherapy.

Understand the use and impact of family therapy in treating disorders.

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

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Puff of Air

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A type of learning in which behavior is strengthened if followed by a reinforcer or diminished if followed by a punisher.