A child who has just had definitive repair of a high rectal malformation is to be discharged. Which of the following should the nurse address in the discharge preparation of this family? (Select all that apply.)

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The nurse should address perineal/wound care to prevent infection, inform the family about changes in stooling patterns that should be reported to the practitioner, and discuss the use of diet modification to prevent constipation. Firm stools are not necessary as they can disrupt the suture line, and bowel training should not begin immediately after surgery.

A Child Who Has Just Had Definitive Repair of a High