The nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client with a new colostomy. Which of the following client actions indicates that the teaching has been effective?
A)Empties the colostomy bag once it is 2/3 full.
B)Drinks at least 1 000 mL of fluid a day.
C)Contacts the health care provider if there is pain or erythema in the peristomal area.
D)Takes acetaminophen when a temperature of 38.3°C (100.9°F) occurs.

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The health care provider should be contacted if there is pain or erythema in the peristomal area. If the client has a temperature, the health care provider should be contacted. The colostomy should be emptied before it becomes 1/3 full. The client should drink at least
1 500-2 000 mL per day to avoid dehydration.

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