The Nurse Notices That the Patient's Stoma Is Darker Than

The nurse notices that the patient's stoma is darker than before, purplish in color, and dry.The patient has been taking care of the ostomy independently.What action will the nurse take initially?

A) Document the findings.
B) Ask how the patient is measuring the stoma.
C) Call the health care provider.
D) Rub the stoma to see if it bleeds.