The Nurse's Instruction to the Patient for Peristomal Skin Care

The nurse's instruction to the patient for peristomal skin care should include: (Select all that apply.)

A) gently removing the faceplate of the appliance to avoid skin irritation.
B) washing the peristomal area vigorously to rid the skin of fecal waste.
C) rinsing the area thoroughly.
D) applying a skin barrier to the peristomal area.
E) cutting the faceplate to allow a 1/2-inch opening around the stoma.