A Client Who Has Had a Colostomy Placed in the Ascending

question 16

Multiple Choice

A client who has had a colostomy placed in the ascending colon expresses concern that the effluent collected in the colostomy pouch has remained liquid for 2 weeks after surgery.Which is the nurse's best response?

• A) "This is normal for your type of colostomy."
• B) "I will let the health care provider know, so that it can be assessed."
• C) "You should add extra fiber to your diet to stop the diarrhea."
• D) "Your stool will become firmer over the next few weeks."

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