Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN) Practice Exam

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What role do biliary tubes serve in patient care?

Provide long-term hydration to patients
Facilitate nutrition for malnourished patients
Drain bile in cases of bile duct stenosis
Assist in bowel obstruction cases

The correct answer is: Drain bile in cases of bile duct stenosis

Biliary tubes are specifically designed to manage bile drainage from the liver and biliary system to the gastrointestinal tract or an external drainage bag. Their primary role is to address conditions such as bile duct stenosis, where the normal flow of bile is obstructed. By facilitating the drainage of bile, these tubes help prevent complications that can arise from bile accumulation, such as infection or liver damage, thus playing a crucial part in patient care. While hydration and nutrition are vital components of patient management, biliary tubes do not serve those purposes. Instead, their function is limited to the management of biliary drainage issues, making the option related to bile duct stenosis the most appropriate choice in the context of this question.