The home care nurse assisting the patient in establishing a schedule for irrigation of his colostomy informs the patient that the irrigation should occur:
A) At the same time each day
B) Immediately prior to the largest meal of the day
C) Prior to any physical activity
D) 2 to 3 times a week
Ans: A
Feedback: Irrigation of a colostomy should be performed at the same time each day. A suitable time for the irrigation is selected that is compatible with the patient's posthospital pattern of activity (preferably after a meal).
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