The nurse is working with a patient who has a urinary diversion. Included in the plan of care for this patient is which of the following instructions?
a. Special clothing will need to be ordered to fit around the diversion.
b. A stomal bag will need to be worn only at night.
c. A reduction in physical activity will be planned.
d. Special skin care is a priority.
D
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A Special clothing is not necessary for the patient with a urinary diversion.
B The patient with a urinary diversion must wear a stomal pouch continuously because no sphincter control exists for regulation of urine flow.
C No need is found to plan for a reduction in activity in this instance.
D Special skin care is a priority in caring for a patient with a urinary diversion. Local irritation and skin breakdown occur when urine comes in contact with the skin for long periods.
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