A patient with severe hemorrhoids is incontinent of liquid stool. Which of the following interventions is contraindicated?
a. Apply an indwelling fecal drainage device.
b. Apply an external fecal collection device.
c. Place an incontinence garment on the patient.
d. Place a waterproof pad under the patient's buttocks.
ANS: A
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