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NCLEX-PN

Category - Basic Care

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An ostomy has been created for a client diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. The nurse determines that the following nursing actions are appropriate when caring for a client with colostomy except:

Application of petrolatum gauze over the stoma
Emptying the pouch when 1/3 full
Assess the functioning of the colostomy
Offer apples, beans and foods containing yeast

Explanation

Answer: D - The nurse should reinforce the importance of the avoidance or limitation of gas-forming foods, such as apples, beans, foods containing yeast, and cabbage. The other options are appropriate.

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