A Patient with a New Ileostomy Asks If a Bag

question 46

Multiple Choice

A patient with a new ileostomy asks if a bag needs to be worn on the abdomen.What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?

• A) "Your stool will be liquid, so you will always need a bag."
• B) "Your stool will be mushy, and you will need a bag most of the time."
• C) "You will be taught to irrigate your stoma to eliminate the need for a bag."
• D) "Your stool will be formed, and you may be able to regulate your bowel movements so that a bag will be optional."

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