Which phrase is stated as a teaching goal (as compared with an objective) for a patient who had bowel resection with creation of a colostomy? The patient:
1) Empties the colostomy appliance when half filled.
2) Performs skin care around the stoma site.
3) Will perform ostomy self-care within 3 days after surgery.
4) Applies a new ostomy appliance, making sure it adheres properly.
ANS: 3
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