18 Questions
What is the main function of the gallbladder in the gastrointestinal tract?
Stores bile
Which part of the gastrointestinal tract absorbs nutrients and passes the remaining liquid waste to the colon?
Small intestine
What is the main function of the rectum in the gastrointestinal tract?
Stores stool until a bowel movement happens
In ostomy surgery, what is the purpose of fecal/urinary diversion?
Redirecting fecal or urinary flow from its normal path
Which organ in the gastrointestinal tract produces bile to aid in digestion?
Liver
What is the function of the colon in the gastrointestinal tract?
Absorbs water, salt, and minerals from waste
What is the main purpose of an ostomy procedure?
To manage bowel or urinary waste diversion
Which condition is NOT listed as an indication for ostomy surgery in the text?
Diabetes
What distinguishes a stoma from an ostomy?
An ostomy diverts waste externally through a stoma
In what part of the body is a colostomy typically created?
Left side of the abdomen
What does waste (stool) from a colostomy look like?
Reddish-brown in color
How does a colostomy function in waste elimination?
Waste is collected in a special pouch over the stoma
Why is it important to support the abdominal area with support belts or garments post-ostomy surgery?
To reduce stoma-related complications
What is the purpose of topical application of silver nitrate in managing granulomas around the stoma?
To reduce the size of the granulomas
What is the significance of preoperatively marking the stoma site?
To reduce time for pouch application independence
Which complication is characterized by a dark, black stoma due to inadequate blood supply?
Stoma necrosis
What type of stomal complication involves partial or total breakdown of the sutures joining the stoma to the skin edge?
Mucocutaneous separation
What does Peter Cataldo emphasize when it comes to stoma site selection?
'Better to create an ugly stoma in a good location'
This quiz covers the anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal tract, indications for fecal/urinary diversion, types of ostomies, and principles of stoma management. Test your knowledge on ostomy care and management.
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