ATI LPN LEVEL 3 Med Surg Resp Test

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A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a new chest tube that is attached to closed chest water-seal drainage and suction. The nurse should report which of the following findings to the charge nurse?

A. Continuous bubbling in the water-seal chamber B. Patient respiratory status is stable and denies pain to chest tube site! C. Tidalling, fluctuations in the fluid level in the water-seal chamber D. Occasional bubbling in the water-seal chamber

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Continuous bubbling in the water-seal chamber indicates a possible air leak, which is abnormal and requires immediate reporting to ensure the chest tube system is functioning correctly.

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