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Following an ileal conduit urinary diversion. a client voices several concerns. Which finding indicates to me ruse that the experiencing a complication?

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Correct Answer:

A dark purplish colored stoma.

Rationale:

🔷 Healthy stoma is pink/red A bright red, moist stoma shows adequate blood supply and is normal after surgery.

🔷 Purple stoma signals ischemia dark purplish stoma indicates compromised blood flow and potential necrosis.

🔷 Urgent complication Ischemia can lead to tissue death, making this a priority finding to report immediately.

🔷 Requires immediate intervention The provider must assess for vascular compromise to prevent permanent damage.

🔷 Surgical issue risk Tension on the stoma or poor vascular perfusion is often the cause and may need urgent correction.

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  • Domain: Hesi MedSurg
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