2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Practice Question
A postoperative client asks the nurse to explain the purpose of the abdominal Penrose drain. Which statement by the nurse best explains the reason for using a Penrose drain?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A Penrose drain is a passive drainage system that allows excess fluid, such as blood or serous fluid, to exit the surgical site, reducing the risk of infection or hematoma.
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