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Which of the following statements is correct about ostomy care?
  1. It is done under sterile technique.
  2. A doctor’s order is needed for changing of ostomy pouches.
  3. Able clients can perform this procedure by themselves after a thorough health teaching.
  4. The client can still defecate normally.
Explanation
Answer: C - Able clients can perform this procedure by themselves after a thorough health teaching. Ostomy care is done aseptically (according to rules of cleanliness). Changing the ostomy pouch does not require a doctor’s order. The collection bag must be changed when it is full or when the adhering seal is broken. A client with an ostomy will not defacate normally; rather, the fecal matter will be collected through an appliance that is held over the stoma by a special adhesive or paste.
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