A Patient Has Been Taught How to Change a Colostomy

question 16

Multiple Choice

A patient has been taught how to change a colostomy bag but is having trouble measuring and manipulating the equipment and has many questions. What is the nurse's next action?

• A) Refer to a mental health specialist.
• B) Refer to a wound care specialist.
• C) Refer to an ostomy specialist.
• D) Refer to a dietitian.

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Definitions:

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