Question

a client who underwent a colostomy several days ago is reluctant to leave the hospital and has not yet looked at the ostomy site. which measures will most likely promote coping? select all that apply. answer options: 1. ask a member of the local ostomy club to visit with the client before discharge 2. ask the enterostomal nurse specialist to consult with the client before discharge 3. remind the client frequently that infection is a major complication of a colostomy 4. remind the client frequently that they will be responsible for caring for the colostomy at home 5. ask the client to begin doing one part of the ostomy care each day and increase tasks daily

Explanation:

1. Interaction with a local ostomy - club member can provide emotional support and practical advice from someone with similar experiences, promoting coping.
2. Consultation with an enterostomal nurse specialist can offer professional guidance on ostomy care, reducing anxiety and promoting coping.
3. Gradually involving the client in ostomy - care tasks can build confidence and a sense of control, promoting coping.
4. Reminding about infection risks in a frequent manner may increase anxiety rather than promote coping.
5. Repeatedly reminding about home - care responsibility may also cause distress instead of promoting coping.

Answer:

1. Ask a member of the local ostomy club to visit with the client before discharge
2. Ask the enterostomal nurse specialist to consult with the client before discharge
3. Ask the client to begin doing one part of the ostomy care each day and increase tasks daily