An appropriate step for the nurse to take when providing tracheostomy care when the tracheostomy tube has an inner cannula is:

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While touching only the outer aspect of the tube,remove the inner cannula with nondominant hand.Drop inner cannula into normal saline basin.Remove inner cannula for cleaning.Normal saline loosens secretions from inner cannula.
Suction tracheostomy before performing the procedure.This removes secretions to avoid occluding outer cannula while inner cannula is removed.If working without an assistant,do not cut old ties until new ties are in place and securely tied.Using dry 4 × 4 inch gauze,pat lightly at skin and exposed outer cannula surfaces.

An Appropriate Step for the Nurse to Take When Providing