At 48 hours after a bowel resection surgery for colon cancer, the colostomy is noted to be moist and purple. Which additional assessment is most important?
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The nurse is providing preoperative education regarding total laryngectomy to the patient with laryngeal cancer. Which statement indicates a need for further teaching?
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The nurse is providing preoperative teaching to the patient prior to a total laryngectomy. Which information does the nurse include in teaching? Select all that apply.
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