Significant secretions on clients tracheostomy dressing

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On assessment, the nurse notes significant secretions on the client's tracheostomy dressing. The health care provider's prescription states that tracheostomy site care is to be done once per shift. The nurse has already performed site care once during the current shift. What is the best action by the nurse? Request that the nurse on the next shift change the dressing. Wipe the secretions off the dressing as best as possible. Perform site care again and document the procedure. Notify the health care provider and request additional prescription.

Reference no: EM133697452

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