he 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? Question 24 options: Takes acetaminophen when a temperature of 38.3°C Contacts the health care provider if there is pain or erythema Drinks at least 500 mL of fluid a day Empties the colostomy bag once it is 2/3 full

he 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? Question 24 options: Takes acetaminophen when a temperature of 38.3°C Contacts the health care provider if there is pain or erythema Drinks at least 500 mL of fluid a day Empties the colostomy bag once it is 2/3 full

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