Question

a nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a colostomy about ways to reduce flatus and odor. which of the following strategies should the nurse include?
a. eat crackers and yogurt regularly
b. chew minty gum throughout the day
c. drink orange juice every day
d. put an aspirin in the pouch

Explanation:

Yogurt contains probiotics that help regulate gut bacteria, reducing excess gas and odor, while crackers are low-residue, gentle on the digestive system and can help absorb excess gas. Chewing gum introduces more air into the gut, increasing flatus. Orange juice is acidic and may irritate the gut, worsening odor. Putting aspirin in the pouch can irritate the stoma skin and is not a recommended strategy.

Answer:

A. Eat crackers and yogurt regularly