The nurse is assisting a client with a colostomy to change his appliance. After the old appliance and faceplate are removed, which of the following would the nurse assist the client to do next?
A) Empty the pouch.
B) Clean the area with a soapy washcloth.
C) Protect the periostomal area from drainage.
D) Fill in the irregular surfaces in periostomal skin.

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Protecting the periostomal area from drainage is the first step after removing the old appliance and faceplate.

The Nurse Is Assisting a Client with a Colostomy to Change