Which actions would the nurse take when emptying the patient's closed-wound drainage system? Select all that apply
a. Don sterile gloves and personal protective equipment.
b. Inspect the drainage tube site and sutures.
c. Check that tubing to drainage system is intact.
d. Test the suction apparatus at prescribed pressure.
e. Document the color, type, and amount of drainage.
ANS: A, B, C, D, E
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