MC One major difference between a colostomy and ileostomy is
A. An ileostomy is the result of long-standing history of diverticulitis.
B. A colostomy produces a semiliquid effluent.
C. Clients with an ileostomy require a greater fluid intake.
D. A colostomy client never has an irrigation performed.
C
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