A client is diagnosed with a spontaneous pneumothorax necessitating the insertion of a chest tube. What is the best explanation for the nurse to provide this client?
A. "The tube will drain fluid from your chest."
B. "The tube will remove excess air from your chest."
C. "The tube controls the amount of air that enters your chest."
D. The tube will seal the hole in your lung.
Answer: B. "The tube will remove excess air from your chest."
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