The nurse is preparing to perform tracheostomy care on an alert, cooperative adult client and should request an assistant prior to which step?
A. An assistant is not required when performing tracheostomy care in a cooperative, alert adult client.
B. The assistant is required prior to pouring liquids into the sterile container.
C. The assistant is required prior to removing the inner cannula.
D. The assistant is required prior to removing and placing new tracheostomy ties.
Answer: D
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