When assessing a patient's tracheostomy site,a nurse notes the presence of irritation around the stoma.What should the nurse do to address this problem?
A) Decrease the frequency of care
B) Apply a dry gauze dressing
C) Remove the ties at intervals
D) Apply a topical antibacterial solution
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