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WEB WOC OSTOMY CARE FINAL
ACTUAL NEWEST EXAM | 200
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS | ALREADY A GRADED | NEW
AND REVISED
1. A 58-year-old patient has a newly created colostomy.
Which of the following is the most appropriate initial
nursing intervention?
A. Teach the patient advanced dietary modifications
B. Assess stoma viability and color
C. Begin full ostomy pouching immediately
D. Encourage the patient to shower without covering the
stoma
Rationale: Initial post-operative care focuses on assessment of
stoma viability, including color, size, and perfusion, before
other interventions.
2. The ideal stoma appearance is described as:
A. Dry, pale, and retracted
B. Bluish and firm
C. Pink to red, moist, and protruding 1–2 cm above skin
level
D. Dark red and bleeding
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Rationale: A healthy stoma is typically pink to red, moist, and
slightly protruding. Abnormal colors may indicate ischemia or
necrosis.
3. Which of the following ostomy types diverts urine from the
ureters to the abdominal wall using an isolated segment of
the ileum?
A. Urostomy using native bladder
B. Colostomy
C. Ileal conduit
D. Continent colostomy
Rationale: An ileal conduit uses a segment of ileum to divert
urine to the abdominal wall after bladder removal.
4. A patient reports frequent peristomal skin irritation. Which
is the most likely cause?
A. Use of a convex pouch
B. Leakage of effluent onto peristomal skin
C. Excessive hydration
D. Stoma protrusion
Rationale: Peristomal skin irritation is commonly caused by
leakage from the pouch, which exposes the skin to digestive
enzymes or urine.
5. When teaching a patient about emptying a colostomy
pouch, the nurse should instruct:
A. Empty the pouch when it is one-third to one-half full
B. Empty only once daily
C. Never remove the pouch
D. Empty only if the stoma is bleeding
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Rationale: Pouches should be emptied before they become
overly full to prevent leaks and maintain skin integrity.
6. Which of the following is an early sign of stoma
ischemia?
A. Pink, moist stoma
B. Bluish or purplish discoloration
C. Moist, red stoma
D. Mild peristomal irritation
Rationale: A bluish or purplish stoma indicates compromised
blood flow and requires immediate intervention.
7. A patient with a loop ileostomy develops high-output
diarrhea. What is the priority nursing action?
A. Encourage the patient to eat fiber
B. Assess for signs of dehydration and electrolyte
imbalance
C. Schedule routine pouch changes
D. Apply skin barrier cream
Rationale: High-output ileostomies can cause dehydration and
electrolyte disturbances, which must be promptly addressed.
8. Which statement reflects best practice for stoma site
selection?
A. Over a bony prominence
B. On a flat area of the abdomen within the patient’s
visual field
C. Directly under a waistline belt
D. In a skin crease
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Rationale: Stoma placement should avoid creases, bony
prominences, and tight clothing areas to ensure proper pouch
fit and patient independence.
9. What is the primary purpose of a convex pouching
system?
A. Prevent leakage from ileal conduits
B. Provide cosmetic coverage
C. Improve adherence for retracted or flush stomas
D. Reduce odor
Rationale: Convex pouches help fit stomas that are flush or
retracted, ensuring better seal and skin protection.
10. A patient expresses fear about managing an ostomy at
home. The nurse should first:
A. Schedule surgery consult
B. Provide hands-on demonstration and return
demonstration
C. Give written materials only
D. Refer to a psychologist
Rationale: Demonstrations allow patients to gain confidence
through skill mastery, addressing fear and promoting
independence.
11. Which electrolyte imbalance is most likely in patients
with high-output ileostomies?
A. Hypernatremia
B. Hypocalcemia
C. Hypokalemia
D. Hypermagnesemia
WEB WOC OSTOMY CARE FINAL
ACTUAL NEWEST EXAM | 200
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS | ALREADY A GRADED | NEW
AND REVISED
1. A 58-year-old patient has a newly created colostomy.
Which of the following is the most appropriate initial
nursing intervention?
A. Teach the patient advanced dietary modifications
B. Assess stoma viability and color
C. Begin full ostomy pouching immediately
D. Encourage the patient to shower without covering the
stoma
Rationale: Initial post-operative care focuses on assessment of
stoma viability, including color, size, and perfusion, before
other interventions.
2. The ideal stoma appearance is described as:
A. Dry, pale, and retracted
B. Bluish and firm
C. Pink to red, moist, and protruding 1–2 cm above skin
level
D. Dark red and bleeding
,2|Page
Rationale: A healthy stoma is typically pink to red, moist, and
slightly protruding. Abnormal colors may indicate ischemia or
necrosis.
3. Which of the following ostomy types diverts urine from the
ureters to the abdominal wall using an isolated segment of
the ileum?
A. Urostomy using native bladder
B. Colostomy
C. Ileal conduit
D. Continent colostomy
Rationale: An ileal conduit uses a segment of ileum to divert
urine to the abdominal wall after bladder removal.
4. A patient reports frequent peristomal skin irritation. Which
is the most likely cause?
A. Use of a convex pouch
B. Leakage of effluent onto peristomal skin
C. Excessive hydration
D. Stoma protrusion
Rationale: Peristomal skin irritation is commonly caused by
leakage from the pouch, which exposes the skin to digestive
enzymes or urine.
5. When teaching a patient about emptying a colostomy
pouch, the nurse should instruct:
A. Empty the pouch when it is one-third to one-half full
B. Empty only once daily
C. Never remove the pouch
D. Empty only if the stoma is bleeding
,3|Page
Rationale: Pouches should be emptied before they become
overly full to prevent leaks and maintain skin integrity.
6. Which of the following is an early sign of stoma
ischemia?
A. Pink, moist stoma
B. Bluish or purplish discoloration
C. Moist, red stoma
D. Mild peristomal irritation
Rationale: A bluish or purplish stoma indicates compromised
blood flow and requires immediate intervention.
7. A patient with a loop ileostomy develops high-output
diarrhea. What is the priority nursing action?
A. Encourage the patient to eat fiber
B. Assess for signs of dehydration and electrolyte
imbalance
C. Schedule routine pouch changes
D. Apply skin barrier cream
Rationale: High-output ileostomies can cause dehydration and
electrolyte disturbances, which must be promptly addressed.
8. Which statement reflects best practice for stoma site
selection?
A. Over a bony prominence
B. On a flat area of the abdomen within the patient’s
visual field
C. Directly under a waistline belt
D. In a skin crease
, 4|Page
Rationale: Stoma placement should avoid creases, bony
prominences, and tight clothing areas to ensure proper pouch
fit and patient independence.
9. What is the primary purpose of a convex pouching
system?
A. Prevent leakage from ileal conduits
B. Provide cosmetic coverage
C. Improve adherence for retracted or flush stomas
D. Reduce odor
Rationale: Convex pouches help fit stomas that are flush or
retracted, ensuring better seal and skin protection.
10. A patient expresses fear about managing an ostomy at
home. The nurse should first:
A. Schedule surgery consult
B. Provide hands-on demonstration and return
demonstration
C. Give written materials only
D. Refer to a psychologist
Rationale: Demonstrations allow patients to gain confidence
through skill mastery, addressing fear and promoting
independence.
11. Which electrolyte imbalance is most likely in patients
with high-output ileostomies?
A. Hypernatremia
B. Hypocalcemia
C. Hypokalemia
D. Hypermagnesemia
