The RN is caring for the stomal area of a client who has a colostomy. Which of the following actions is most appropriate?

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The most appropriate action is to clean the stomal area and pat dry. Applying pressure over the stoma can cause damage, scrubbing the stoma can cause irritation and dilation of the stoma should only be done by a healthcare provider. Cleaning and drying the stomal area is important for maintaining proper hygiene and preventing infection.

The RN Is Caring for the Stomal Area of a Client