COCN (Reading)

Question 1

According to best practices, what is the recommended frequency for assessing peristomal skin?

Accepted Answer

At every routine care session

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Only during appliance changes

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Every six months

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Only when the patient complains

Question 2

What is the significance of a convex barrier in ostomy care?

Accepted Answer

Supports seal for retracted stomas

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Improves digestion

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Cleans the stoma

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Reduces body odor

Question 3

What does recent literature recommend to reduce risk of peristomal moisture-associated dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Proper fitting appliance and skin barrier

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Use of alcohol-based adhesives

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Applying petroleum jelly

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Frequent soap scrubbing

Question 4

Which patient behavior is linked to higher appliance failure, according to clinical observations?

Accepted Answer

Inconsistent appliance changes

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Strict adherence to diet

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Routine exercise

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Hydration maintenance

Question 5

How should a nurse respond to a stoma patient experiencing frequent leakage?

Accepted Answer

Reassess appliance fit and pouching technique

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Refer to dietary services

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Schedule physical therapy

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Discontinue pouch use temporarily

Question 6

What is an important step before applying a new ostomy pouch?

Accepted Answer

Clean and dry peristomal skin

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Apply cold packs

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Soak the skin in alcohol

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Rub skin with lotion

Question 7

What does the WOCN recommend regarding patient education?

Accepted Answer

Demonstrate care and allow patient practice

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Provide only written instructions

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Avoid demonstrations

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Refer all training to pharmacists

Question 8

Why is it critical to record stoma output characteristics?

Accepted Answer

To detect complications early

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For insurance billing

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To monitor nurse activity

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To compare with other patients

Question 9

Which reading material is most appropriate for evidence-based ostomy care guidelines?

Accepted Answer

WOCN clinical guidelines

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General nursing textbooks

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Surgical coding manuals

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Nutrition journals