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1. A patient undergoing colostomy is experiencing emotional distress. Which psychosocial intervention is most appropriate for the nurse to implement? A) Encourage the patient to express feelings about body image changes. B) Provide detailed information about stoma care immediately postoperation. C) Limit visitors to reduce stress. D) Advise the patient to avoid looking at the stoma site. Answer: A. Encouraging the patient to express feelings about body image changes can help address the emotional impact of the surgery and promote psychological adaptation. 2. During the immediate postoperative period, what is the priority nursing action for a patient who has undergone an ileostomy? A) Monitoring stoma color and output. B) Teaching the patient about dietary changes. C) Encouraging ambulation four times a day. D) Administering pa
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