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This document discusses colostomy care, including: - A colostomy is a surgical opening of the colon attached to the abdominal wall. It can be temporary or permanent and is done to rest the bowel or divert feces. - Complications include skin irritation, hernias, infections, prolapse, and ischemia. - Nurses are responsible for colostomy care including cleaning the stoma, changing bags and appliances, assessing the skin, and providing support and education to patients.

Author

Loren Sales Reyes

Language

EN