Which statement made by the patient indicates readiness for learning about colostomy care?

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"The sooner I can take care of it,the sooner I can go home" indicates that the patient is ready to learn about how to take care of the colostomy.The patient realizes that discharge from the hospital depends on the ability to care for the colostomy so the patient is amenable to teaching about how to care for it."I don't want to look at it and I can't imagine caring for it" indicates that the patient does not wish to learn about colostomy care."I never thought I would have to take care of something like this" is an emotional statement that indicates a need for support from the nurse."I hope I can still wear a bathing suit with this thing" addresses a need for reassurance about appearance and activity after colostomy surgery.

Which Statement Made by the Patient Indicates Readiness for Learning