Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 65%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a colectomy and has a new colostomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Ensuring the skin around the stoma is dry prevents irritation and ensures appliance adhesion. Empty the bag when one-third to half full (A). Appliance changes occur every 3-7 days, not every 12 hours (B). Adhesive remover is used to remove the appliance, not clean skin.