A client who has colostomy cancer is preparing to be discharged home. The client wishes to talk with someone with a similar experience. What would be the nurse's best response?
A. "I will make an appropriate referral for you."
B. "I do not think there is anyone like that here."
C. "You can talk to your physician about your colostomy."
D. "Most people who have had a colostomy are reluctant to discuss it."
A
Nurses need to become familiar with community-based resources to assist clients better. The United Ostomy Association has an ostomy visitors program that can provide people who can speak with clients. The local chapter of the American Cancer Society has resources for clients and their families. The client also may benefit from seeing an enterostomal therapist or home care nurse for discharge and follow-up care.
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