In Caring for a Patient Who Has a Pouching for a Noncontinent

Multiple Choice

In caring for a patient who has a pouching for a noncontinent urinary diversion, which nursing intervention is essential?

A) Empty the pouch when it is one-third to one-half full.
B) Remove the ureteral stents after 2 days.
C) Pouch the stoma with the patient sitting up.
D) Dispose of used pouches in the toilet.