Which of the following personnel should be allowed to change a tracheostomy tube on a home care patient?
I.trained family member
II.respiratory care practitioner
III.visiting nurse

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Both a respiratory care practitioner and a visiting nurse have the appropriate training and qualifications to safely change a tracheostomy tube on a home care patient. While a trained family member may have received instruction on how to change the tube, it is still recommended that a healthcare professional performs this task.

Which of the Following Personnel Should Be Allowed to Change