A person has an ileostomy.Which statement is correct?
A) Part of the colon was removed.
B) Feces are solid in consistency.
C) Feces drain constantly from the ileostomy.
D) Water is absorbed before feces are expelled into the pouch.

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With an ileostomy, the small intestine is connected to the abdominal wall to create a stoma from which feces and digestive waste material continuously drain into an external pouch. As a result, feces do not pass through the colon, which has been completely or partially removed. Additionally, because the colon is not present to absorb water from the feces, they typically have a liquid consistency.

A Person Has an Ileostomy.Which Statement Is Correct