A nurse is teaching a patient how to change his ostomy appliance. Which of the following is an accurate step that should be incorporated into the teaching plan?
A) Gently remove the pouch faceplate from the skin by pulling the appliance from the skin.
B) If the appliance is reusable, set it aside to wash it in alcohol and allow it to air dry.
C) Use toilet tissue to remove any excess stool from the stoma.
D) Apply skin protectant to a 6-inch radius around the stoma, and allow it to dry completely for 30 minutes.
C
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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