Which instructions should be included in a teaching plan for a client who has undergone a total colectomy and placement of a continent ileostomy?
A. "Empty the pouch only once per day."
B. "Do not place any type of dressing over the ileostomy."
C. "Place the external pouch directly over the ileostomy opening."
D. "You will feel a full sensation when the pouch needs to be emptied."
D
The client experiences a sensation of fullness when the pouch needs to be emptied. A continent ileostomy does not require the client to wear an external pouch; only a small dressing is neces-sary. The pouch is emptied several times per day.
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