A resident has chest tubes. You are assisting the nurse with the person's care. You can do which of the following?

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Turning and repositioning the person according to the care plan is within the scope of tasks that can be performed by someone assisting a nurse, as it does not require the specialized knowledge or skills related to managing the chest tube system itself. Changing suction settings, changing dressings on the chest tube, and emptying the bottles are tasks that typically require more specialized training and should be performed by licensed nursing staff.

A Resident Has Chest Tubes