Author Question: When explaining the difference between a colostomy and an ileostomy, the nurse tells the patient ... (Read 63 times)

CORALGRILL2014 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

When explaining the difference between a colostomy and an ileostomy, the nurse tells the patient that an ileostomy:

a. is always permanent.
b. drains semi-liquid stool.
c. has a much larger stoma.
d. does not need a pouch.

Question 2

When lifting or moving a patient, the nurse should protect his or her back by:

a. lowering the height of the bed.
b. holding the back straight with locked knees.
c. bending knees and hips.
d. getting the patient to the side of the bed.

izzat · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
The ileostomy is higher in the GI tract and drains semi-liquid stool. The ileostomy is very similar in appearance to the colostomy, may not be permanent, and needs a pouch.

Answer to Question 2

C
The nurse's back can be well protected when he or she bends knees and hips.