When assessing the colour of a new stoma in the postoperative period, which of the following findings should cause the nurse to suspect anemia?
A)Light red to rose
B)Pale pink
C)Blanching, dark red to purple
D)Dark red

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A pale pink stoma indicates anemia. A light red rose or dark red brick colour indicates a viable stoma mucosa. A blanching dark red to purple stoma may indicate inadequate blood supply to the stoma, low flow state, excessive tension on the bowel mesentery at the time of construction, or venous congestion; usually occurs in the first 72 hour after surgery.

When Assessing the Colour of a New Stoma in the Postoperative