A client with bladder cancer has undergone a complete cystectomy with ileal conduit.Four hours after the surgery,the nurse observes the stoma to be cyanotic.Which is the nurse's priority action?

Name: A client with bladder cancer has undergone a complete cystectomy with ileal conduit.Four hours after the surgery,the nurse observes the stoma to be cyanotic.Which is the nurse's priority action?
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A pale or cyanotic stoma indicates impaired circulation to the stoma and must be treated to prevent necrosis.

A Client with Bladder Cancer Has Undergone a Complete Cystectomy