Colostomy Teaching 1655
SN instructed patient and caregiver on how to change the colostomy bag. SN instructed how to properly closes the bag and explains that there are different types; do not expect to see the same bag always. SN instructed that patient and caregiver have to wash their hands and always use gloves before working on the colostomy area.
Reviewed November 2017
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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