Which of the following is an example of a goal?
a. Mr. Williams will look at his stoma without disgust each time his ostomy bag comes off.
b. Mr. Williams will be able to independently take care of his ostomy bag within three months.
c. Mr. Williams will gather all ostomy supplies correctly each time his ostomy bag needs to be changed.
d. Mr. Williams will successfully describe to the nurse how to care for his ostomy when he is asked.
ANS: B
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