A Nurse Is Preparing to Change a Client's Colostomy Pouch

question 46

Multiple Choice

A nurse is preparing to change a client's colostomy pouch.After removing the pouch,which of these steps should the nurse take NEXT?

• A)Prepare solution for cleansing the stoma.
• B)Measure the stoma to fit the new pouch.
• C)Remove gloves,cleanse hands,and apply clean gloves.
• D)Place a gauze pad over the stoma while preparing to cleanse it and apply new pouch.

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