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Chapter 26 Definitions/Workbook

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Anastomosis   Communication or connection between two organs or parts of organs  
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Ostomy   Surgical procedure that creates an opening into a body structure  
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Stenosis of ostomy   Narrowing of the abdominal opening around the base of the stoma. If severe, blocks the passage of feces  
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Nephrostomy   Surgically created opening in the kidney to drain urine  
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Ileostomy   Surgically created opening in the ileum  
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Colostomy   Surgically created opening in the colon  
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Prolapse   Protrudes out farther out than usual  
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Stoma   Opening created to drain contents of an organ  
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Ureterostomy   Surgically created opening in the ureter  
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Vesicostomy   Surgically created opening in the urinary bladder  
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Continent   Capable of controlling natural impulses; in relation to an ostomy, able to retain feces or urine  
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Ostomate   A person who has an ostomy  
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Hydronephrosis   Kidney becomes swollen with urine. Can lead to serioud kidney damage  
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Following ileostomy surgery, the stoma is inspected for bleeding and ______   Color  
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What color would the stoma be if the circulation is poor?   Very pale, bluish, or black  
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Following ileostomy surgery, what should you examine when checking the base of the stoma?   Purulent drainage, redness, skin breakdown  
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If the color of the stoma is pale or blue following ileostomy surgery, what should the nurse do?   Notify the physician  
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What does a small amount of bleeding around the base of a new stoma indicate?   Adequate blood supply  
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If edema occurs after the first week postoperatively, this most likely indicates:   Improperly fitting collection device  
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When does ileostomy drainage occur after surgery?   24-48 hours  
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Which manifestation indicates mental status changes in the postoperative ileostomy patinet indicating electrolyte imbalances?   Confusion/Anxiety  
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Postoperative ileostomy patients may experience electrolyte imbalances due to:   passage of liquid stool, NG suction  
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Which foods should patients with continent ileostomies avoid initially   Coffee, berries, nuts, fresh fruit, alcohol, skins, seeds, pineapple, milk  
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What are two main long-term complication of colostomies?   Prolapse and stenosis  
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What are factors that contribute to a prolapsed stoma in a colostomy?   Increased abd. pressure, coughing/sneezing, poorly attached stoma, abd. opening that is too large  
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What are two consequences of urinary tract infections following ureterostomy?   Stenosis, hydronephrosis  
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What is the treatment for yeast infections around the ureterostomy stoma?   Nystatin  
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If odor is a problem with ureterostomy, the puch can be soaked for 20-30 minutes in:   Vinegar water  
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The loss of biocarbonate in ileostomy drainage can result in:   Metabolic acidosis  
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After bowel resection for the ileal conduit procedure, you should expect:   Temporary ileus (absence of bowel activity)  
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In which procedure would the nurse expect to find mucus in the drainage?   Ileal conduit  
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The kock pouch is made with a section of:   Ileum  
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Which foods tend to produce thicker stools?   Pasta and boiled rice  
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Why is a NG tube placed in patients with bowel obstruction?   Decompress the bowel  
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What is a complication of colostomy irrigation?   Perforated bowel  
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The reason Flagyl is given to patients with ileoanal resevoir is that it treats:   Inflammation  
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What is a sign of bowel obstruction?   Abd. distention  
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Which group has the highest rate of colon and rectal cancers, which are commonly treated with ostomies?   African American  
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Which type of patient with a colostomy should be given a two-piece appliance that allows frequent pouch changes without skin trauma?   Muslim  
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In the patient with a colostomy, how often should you check the puch to detect leakage?   Hourly  
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