An OTA Is About to Work with a Client Who

An OTA is about to work with a client who is currently on a ventilator, has a drain, has an IV line for medication, and is receiving tube feedings. The OTA would like to place the client in a sitting position at the edge of the bed to participate in ADLs. What should the OTA do before starting treatment?

A) Inquire whether a therapy technician is available to assist.
B) Contact the bedside nurse to change the location of the tubes.
C) Inquire if any of the tubes can be removed before treatment.
D) Request the physical therapy practitioner to co-treat.