The nurse is caring for a child with an ileostomy. Which of the following nursing interventions will be included in this child's plan of care? The nurse will:
A) clean the outside of the collection device.
B) check for leakage around the stoma.
C) leave the ileostomy open to the air.
D) apply a sterile dressing around the stoma.
B
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