The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Had a Colostomy

question 13

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient who had a colostomy placed 5 days earlier.The nurse notes that the stoma is red and moist.Which action should the nurse take?

• A)Notify the physician immediately.
• B)Apply pressure.
• C)Document the condition of the stoma.
• D)Change the appliance pouch.

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