The nurse is instructing the client in stomal care for an incontinent ostomy. The client's use of which of the following products demonstrates achievement of learning goals to the nurse?
a. Triamcinolone acetamide (Kenalog) spray for a yeast infection
b. Peroxide to toughen the peristomal skin
c. A commercial deodorant around the stoma
d. Alcohol to cleanse the stoma
A
If a yeast infection occurs, thorough cleansing should be performed, followed by patting the area dry and applying a prescribed topical agent, such as triamcinolone acetonide (Kenalog) spray or nystatin (Mycostatin), to the affected region.
The peristomal skin should be cleansed gently with warm tap water by using gauze pads or a clean washcloth.
An ostomy deodorant may be placed into the pouch, not around the stoma.
Alcohol should not be used to clean the stoma. The area may be cleaned with warm tap water.
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