A 71-Year-Old Patient Had an Abdominal-Perineal Resection for Colon Cancer

question 51

Multiple Choice

A 71-year-old patient had an abdominal-perineal resection for colon cancer.Which nursing action is most important to include in the plan of care for the day after surgery?

• A) Teach about a low-residue diet.
• B) Monitor output from the stoma.
• C) Assess the perineal drainage and incision.
• D) Encourage acceptance of the colostomy stoma.

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