Which outcome is appropriate for the patient who underwent urinary diversion surgery and creation of an ileal conduit for invasive bladder cancer?

a. Patient will resume his normal urination pattern by (target date).
b. Patient will perform urostomy self-care by (target date).
c. Patient will perform self-catheterization by (target date).
d. Patient's urine will remain clear with sufficient volume.


ANS: B

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