The postoperative ostomate is at risk for loss of fluid volume and electrolyte imbalance.The assessments that indicate such loss are:

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The loss of base products from the bowel that allow for metabolic acidosis can be a very serious postoperative complication.Signs and symptoms include changing mental status,muscular twitching,poor skin turgor,dry mucous membranes,and weakness.

The Postoperative Ostomate Is at Risk for Loss of Fluid