The home care nurse is visiting a patient who was recently discharged with an ostomy.Which of the following statements require the nurse to provide some additional teaching? (Select all that apply.)
A) "I have been buying sterile gloves to use when changing my pouch."
B) "I have been covering the pouch with saran wrap when I shower."
C) "I empty the pouch directly into the toilet."
D) "I always inspect my skin whenever I change the skin barrier."
E) "I keep the new pouches in the bathroom linen closet."
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