Medicine A male patient has a sucking stab wound to the chest. Which action should the nurse take first? A Drawing blood for a hematocrit and hemoglobin level B Applying a dressing over the wound and taping it on three sides C preparing a chest tube insertion tray D Preparing to start an I.V. line 💡 Explanation A male patient has a sucking stab wound to the chest. Which action should the nurse take first? ✓ Correct Answer: B. Applying a dressing over the wound and taping it on three sides