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                                           No.                                                          Procedure


                                                         Assess  fluid  level  fluctuation  and  bubbling  in  the drainage
                                            8.
                                                         system.

                                            9.           Assess the drainage:

                                                           9.1 every 15 minutes for first 2 hours and 4 hourly


                                                           9.2 check sudden change of amount or colour

                                                                     if  drainage  exceeds  100ml/h  or  colour  change indicate
                                                           9.3
                                                                     haemorrhage, notify the doctor


                                           10.           Ensure essential patient care:


                                                         - deep breathing and coughing exercise


                                                         - ROM exercise


                                                         - assist ADL

                                           11.           Provide emotional support.
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