Hypergranulation Tissue Signs and Treatment Quiz
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What may cause hypergranulation tissue to form around a stoma in children?

  • Receiving a vaccination
  • Eating spicy food
  • Having a respiratory illness (correct)
  • Exercising vigorously

Which treatment is recommended for hypergranulation tissue around a stoma?

  • Using lemon juice
  • Applying hydrocortisone cream (correct)
  • Using essential oils
  • Rubbing alcohol on the area

What is the purpose of using silver nitrate on hypergranulation tissue?

  • To promote bacterial growth
  • To cool down the affected area
  • To moisturize the skin
  • To burn away the extra tissue (correct)

What precaution should be taken when using a silver nitrate stick for hypergranulation tissue?

<p>Consider using a topical anesthetic before the procedure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the use of silver nitrate limited for hypergranulation tissue treatment?

<p>It is a corrosive substance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the chemical composition of silver nitrate applicators used for hypergranulation treatment?

<p>75% silver nitrate and 25% potassium nitrate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is hypergranulation tissue characterized by?

<p>It is red, moist, and bleeds easily. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of hypergranulation tissue formation?

<p>Excessive pressure on the stoma. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does hypergranulation tissue form in response to a feeding tube?

<p>The tube causes a protective inflammatory response. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does hypergranulation tissue affect the fitting of a gastrointestinal tube?

<p>It can make it difficult for the tube to fit properly. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common sign of hypergranulation tissue?

<p>White and dry texture (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What treatment method is outlined for managing hypergranulation tissue at tube and stoma sites?

<p>Use of silver nitrate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of confining the area with petrolatum jelly before applying the silver nitrate stick?

<p>To protect the surrounding healthy tissue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if the patient complains of pain during the silver nitrate stick application procedure?

<p>Stop the procedure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What might be a potential side effect of using silver nitrate to treat tissue?

<p>Changes in tissue color (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to monitor the patient closely for response to the silver nitrate stick application procedure?

<p>To identify tissue necrosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key step after applying silver nitrate to the tissue?

<p>Clean the area with damp saline gauze (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should the dead tissue slough off over time after silver nitrate application?

<p>To reveal healthy tissue underneath (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers
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