A post-operative patient needs training on how to care for an artificial opening into his colon.The person most likely to be consulted and to provide training would be the:
A)ostomy nurse.
B)social worker.
C)certified nursing assistant.
D)hospitalist.

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A patient with an artificial opening into his colon would have a colostomy.Many hospitals employ nurses who specialize in ostomy care and teaching.The health unit coordinator notifies the ostomy nurse of the consult.

A Post-Operative Patient Needs Training on How to Care for an Artificial