A Patient with Ulcerative Colitis Is Scheduled for a Colectomy

question 23

Multiple Choice

A patient with ulcerative colitis is scheduled for a colectomy with formation of an ileoanal pouch. The patient is reviewing information presented by the HCP regarding possible surgical complications. Which statement by the patient causes the nurse to report a misunderstanding to the HCP?

• A)"I will defecate in a normal manner after healing with the pouch."
• B)"I will still need to watch for obstruction or pouch inflammation."
• C)"The placement of an ileostomy is temporary until healing is complete."
• D)"Formation of the pouch is part of the cure of my condition."

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