A Patient Has Had an Ileostomy Created for the Treatment

Multiple Choice

A patient has had an ileostomy created for the treatment of irritable bowel disease and the patient is now preparing for discharge. What should the patient be taught about changing this device in the home
Setting?

A) Apply antibiotic ointment as ordered after cleaning the stoma.
B) Apply a skin barrier to the peristomal skin prior to applying the pouch.
C) Dispose of the clamp with each bag change.
D) Cleanse the area surrounding the stoma with alcohol or chlorhexidine.