After colostomy surgery, which intervention does the nurse employ?
a. cover the stoma with a dry, sterile dressing
b. applying a pouch system as soon as possible
c. make a hole in the pouch for gas to escape
d. watch for the colostomy to start functioning on day 1
Answer: b. applying a pouch system as soon as possible
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