The Nurse Has Removed the Patient's Old Urostomy Pouch and Is

The nurse has removed the patient's old urostomy pouch and is attempting to measure the stoma opening for placement of a new pouch.Which action should the nurse take next?

A) Place the patient in a prone position.
B) Cleanse the peristomal skin with warm soap and water.
C) Remove any stents that are in place.
D) Place rolled gauze at the stoma opening.

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