A Patient Who Has Had a Total Proctocolectomy and Permanent

question 10

Multiple Choice

A patient who has had a total proctocolectomy and permanent ileostomy tells the nurse, "I cannot bear to even look at the stoma. I do not think I can manage all these changes." Which is the best action by the nurse?

• A) Develop a detailed written plan for ostomy care for the patient.
• B) Ask the patient more about the concerns with stoma management.
• C) Reassure the patient that care for the ileostomy will become easier.
• D) Postpone any patient teaching until the patient adjusts to the ileostomy.

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