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Joselito is a physical therapist treating a patient with a hemothorax and chest tube placement. During bedside treatment, the therapist knocks over the collection reservoir. Which of the following actions should the therapist take NEXT?
A. Terminate treatment and contact the physician immediately
B. Contact nursing and continue treatment
C. Place the reservoir in an upright position below the bed
D. Raise the head of the bed to 60 degrees
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Joselito is a physical therapist treating a patient with a hemothorax and chest tube placement. During bedside treatment, the therapist knocks over the collection reservoir. Which of the following actions should the therapist take NEXT?
A. Terminate treatment and contact the physician immediately
B. Contact nursing and continue treatment
C. Place the reservoir in an upright position below the bed
D. Raise the head of the bed to 60 degrees
Did you get this question wrong?! If you were stuck between two answers and selected the wrong one, then you need to visit www.NPTEPASS.com, to learn about the #1 solution to STOP getting stuck.
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