Ostomy Care for Patient Care Technicians

Measure the opening of the stoma. (correct)

Cleanse the skin around the stoma with warm water.

Cut an opening in the center of the wafer.

Apply a protective skin barrier near the stoma.

To determine how much urine will be output.

To ensure that the wafer is applied to the right location.

To avoid damaging the stoma during cleaning.

To ensure proper fitting and prevent skin irritation. (correct)

Dry the skin completely with a towel.

Measure the stoma size. (correct)

Apply a protective skin barrier.

Cleanse the skin with a disinfectant.

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