NUR 112 Case study ~ Client with Chest Tubes (NUR 112 Case study ~ Client with Chest Tubes)

NUR 112 Case study ~ Client with Chest Tubes Scenario: A.B., a 68-year-old man, is admitted to your medical floor with a diagnosis of pleural effusion. He complains of shortness of breath; pain in his chest; weakness; and a dry, irritating cough. His vital signs (VS) are 142/82, 118, respirations 38 and labored and shallow, 102.1° F (38.9° C), and Spo2 85% on room air. Chest x-ray examination reveals a large pleural effusion and pulmonary infiltrates in the right lower lobe consistent with p...