A physician is choosing a chest drainage system for a client who is ambulating daily. Which of the following systems would be the best choice for this client?
A) Traditional water seal
B) Wet suction
C) Dry suction water seal
D) Dry suction/one-way valve system
Ans: D
The dry suction or one-way valve system works even if knocked over, making it ideal for clients who are ambulatory.
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a. "What do you call this hospitalization?" b. "How can anybody help you if you don't see a problem?" c. "Would your family agree that you have no problems?" d. "Can you think of any time your behavior created an unpleasant situation in your life?"
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A _______________ is an externally applied structure that holds musculoskeletal tissues in a specific position to permit healing of injuries or fractures or to align malpositioned tissues
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word