Exam 4 Gastrointestinal disorders
Exam 4 Gastrointestinal disorders ( 40 Questions)
A nurse is caring for 4 patients each patient has a colostomy bag. Which patient should be seen first and made a priority?
Choice A A pale blue stoma may indicate a lack of blood supply (ischemia) to the stoma, which is concerning but not as immediately critical as fecal contamination.
Choice B A continuous draining stoma is normal, and there is no indication of an urgent issue in this scenario.
Choice C This patient should be seen first and made a priority as fecal contamination of the stoma can lead to skin irritation, infection, and complications. Immediate cleaning and appropriate care are necessary.
Choice D A beefy red, moist stoma is a healthy stoma appearance and does not indicate an urgent issue.
Choice A A pale blue stoma may indicate a lack of blood supply (ischemia) to the stoma, which is concerning but not as immediately critical as fecal contamination.
Choice B A continuous draining stoma is normal, and there is no indication of an urgent issue in this scenario.
Choice C This patient should be seen first and made a priority as fecal contamination of the stoma can lead to skin irritation, infection, and complications. Immediate cleaning and appropriate care are necessary.
Choice D A beefy red, moist stoma is a healthy stoma appearance and does not indicate an urgent issue.