A patient with a new ileostomy is preparing to go home. What should the patient be taught about changing their ileostomy?
A) Apply moisturizing lotion after cleaning the stoma.
B) Apply a skin barrier to the peristomal skin prior to applying the pouch.
C) Dispose of the clamp with each bag change.
D) Cleanse the area surrounding the stoma with alcohol.
Ans: B
Feedback: Guidelines for changing an ileostomy appliance are as follows. Skin should be washed with soap and water and dried. A skin barrier should be applied to the peristomal skin prior to applying the pouch. Clamps are supplied one per box and should be reused with each bag change.
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