[Solved]: After a tranverse loop colostomy, the practical…

After a tranverse loop colostomy, the practical nurse inspects the patient’s stoms. The stoma appears pale pink with some dusky discoloration at the lower border. What is the most appropiate action by the practical nurse? geoquad a) Cover the stoma with vaseline and gauze to prevent any further irritation to the stoma geoquad b) Clean the area around the stoma, apply a clean pouch, and notify the physcian geoquad c) Clean the area around the stoma and record the observation in the nurses’ notes geoquad d) Carefully place a clean pouch over the stoma to prevent any tissue damage