Chest tube scenario/question

[ZAHRAA88]

2. Patient has a chest tube properly fixed following cardiac

surgery. The chest tube is patent and functioning. When the nurse removes the

dressing the tube falls out of the chest. Which is the most appropriate initial

intervention the nurse should take?

A. Reinsert the chest tube and notify the surgeon

B. Apply an occlusive dressing to the insertion site .

C. Place the open end of the tube in 20 cm of water

D. Administer ð„‚2at 10L/min via non-rebreathe mask

[meanmaryjean, DNP, RN]

This is obviously homework- and so before we comment you have to put a little more effort into this than just copy- and - pasting.

How about discussing what YOU think the correct answer is and then we can help guide your understanding.

[Banana nut, BSN, RN, EMT-B]

I would say B

[NICU Guy, BSN, RN]

E. Lick your finger and stick it in the hole. (FYI: Sarcasm, just in case someone takes this seriously)

We know the answer, but we need you to tell us your rationale for your answer.

[Miss.LeoRN]

If I remember right, this is actually a Uworld question.