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SKILL 13-7

Irrigating a Colostomy (Continued)

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15. After solution has stopped flowing from stoma, put on
    clean gloves. Remove irrigating sleeve and cleanse skin
    around stoma opening with mild soap and water. Gently
    pat peristomal skin dry.


16. Attach new appliance to stoma or stoma cover
    (see Skill 13-6), as needed.


17. Remove gloves. Return the patient to a comfortable posi-
    tion. Make sure the linens under the patient are dry, if
    appropriate. Ensure that the patient is covered.


18. Raise side rail. Lower bed height and adjust head of bed to
    a comfortable position, as necessary.


19. Remove gloves and additional PPE, if used. Perform hand
    hygiene.

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