Which parental statement at the end of a teaching session by the nurse indicates correct understanding of colostomy stoma care for the infant client?
A) "We will change the colostomy bag with each wet diaper."
B) "We will expect a moderate amount of bleeding after cleansing the area around the stoma."
C) "We will watch for skin irritation around the stoma."
D) "We will use adhesive enhancers when we change the bag."

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Watching for skin irritation around the stoma is an important part of stoma care for an infant client with a colostomy. Option A is incorrect because changing the bag with each wet diaper is unnecessary and could lead to unnecessary expense and discomfort for the infant. Option B is incorrect because bleeding is not expected or normal during stoma care. Option D is incorrect because adhesive enhancers are not usually necessary for an infant client with a colostomy.

Which Parental Statement at the End of a Teaching Session