The Nurse Instructs the New Orientee to Care for the Gastrostomy

Multiple Choice

The nurse instructs the new orientee to care for the gastrostomy site.Which items does the nurse include in her teaching? (Select all that apply.)

A) Cleanse the site with Betadine.
B) Place the dressing under the external bar.
C) Assess the site for evidence of drainage or infection.
D) Apply a thin layer of skin barrier to exit site.
E) Use sterile gloves for the procedure.