Ostomy Care Questions and Answers 100% Pass
A nurse is replacing the ostomy appliance for a patient whose newly created colostomy is functioning. After removing the pouch, which of the following should the nurse do first? A. Measure the stoma. B. Cover the stoma with gauze. C. Remove the backing on the skin barrier. D. Cleanse the stoma and the peristomal skin. D. Cleanse the stoma and the peristomal skin. A nurse is teaching a patient with a new ileostomy about incorporating preventive strategies at home. To prevent excoriation and breakdown of the peristomal skin, the nurse should instruct the patient to? A. Apply hydrocortisone cream to the skin when changing the appliance. B. Empty the pouch when it is no more than half full. C. Wash the peristomal skin frequently with deodorizing soap and water. D. Choose a time shortly after a meal for replacing the pouch. B. Empty the pouch when it is no more than half full.
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