What should a nurse instruct the patient to do to ensure a good fit of the appliance to avoid leakage?
a. Place the pouch only when lying down.
b. Check pouch placement to ensure a firm seal.
c. Confirm that the pouch fits tightly to the edges of the stoma.
d. Confirm that the pouch covers the entire abdomen.
B
Placement of the pouch should provide a good fit and be comfortable in all positions but not too snug on the stoma to risk laceration. The pouch needs to only cover enough of the abdomen to allow for a firm fit.
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