ATI RN
ATI Nurs 100 Fundamentals Quiz Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a PACU is assessing a client who has a newly created colostomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Purplish-colored stoma. A purplish-colored stoma indicates poor blood circulation, which can lead to tissue necrosis and potential stoma complications. The nurse should report this finding to the provider promptly for further evaluation and intervention.
Choices A, B, and C are normal findings for a newly created colostomy. A stoma oozing red drainage (choice
A) is expected as it indicates healthy tissue healing. A shiny, moist stoma (choice
B) is a sign of adequate hydration of the stoma. A rosebud-like stoma orifice (choice
C) is a normal characteristic of a colostomy stoma. These findings do not typically require immediate provider notification.
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