MEDICAL
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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ileostomy
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colostomy
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Average ileostomy output ranges from 800-1, 200 milliliters (mL) or 3-5 cups per day. Right after surgery, output may be watery. During the first few weeks after surgery the output should thicken to the consistency of applesauce. It is normal to empty your ileostomy bag 6-8 times per day when it is half full.
Detailed explanation-2: -This is because the bowel keeps secreting the mucous for lubrication and smooth passage of the intestinal product. The output from the stoma regardless of the type of stoma is called effluent (Hence option is correct).
Detailed explanation-3: -Why does this happen? One of the roles of the large bowel (colon) is to reabsorb fluid. When the large bowel has been removed the small bowel must adapt to absorb more fluid, which it is not as effective at doing (this will improve over time). This means output from your stoma can increase.