Asked by Bryan Oldewurtel on Jul 09, 2024
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Mr.Ravinder is rushed to the emergency department with what his health care provider suspects to be necrosis of the ileal conduit stoma.What evidence supports this diagnosis?
A) Stoma is black in colour.
B) Stoma is moist.
C) Stoma is pink and shiny.
D) There is slight bleeding from stoma.
Ileal Conduit
Most commonly used urinary diversion procedure.
Necrosis
The death of body tissue due to lack of blood supply, infections, toxins, or trauma, often resulting in tissue damage.
Stoma
An artificial opening in the abdominal wall; it may be permanent or temporary.
- Understand the diagnosis and management of urinary system diseases and disorders, including recognizing symptoms and interpreting diagnostic information.
Verified Answer
BC
Breanna ClarkJul 15, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Necrosis is characterized by tissue death, which would cause the stoma to turn black in colour. The presence of slight bleeding or moistness do not necessarily support the diagnosis of necrosis. A pink and shiny stoma may actually indicate healthy tissue.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the diagnosis and management of urinary system diseases and disorders, including recognizing symptoms and interpreting diagnostic information.