A patient who has ulcerative colitis has a proctocolectomy and ileostomy. Which information will the nurse include in patient teaching?
A) Restrict fluid intake to prevent constant liquid drainage from the stoma.
B) Use care when eating high-fiber foods to avoid obstruction of the ileum.
C) Irrigate the ileostomy daily to avoid having to wear a drainage appliance.
D) Change the pouch every day to prevent leakage of contents onto the skin.
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