A 56-year-old patient with cancer of the bladder is recovering from a cystectomy with an ileal conduit. An important aspect in nursing interventions of the patient with an ileal conduit is
a. instructing the patient to void when the urge is felt.
b. maintenance of skin integrity.
c. prevention of tissue rejection.
d. limiting acid-ash foods.
B
Care of the patient with an ileal conduit is a nursing challenge because of the continual drainage of urine through the stoma. Complication of this procedure is wound infection, dehiscence, and urinary leakage.
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