Body systemsQuestion 1627 of 1700
What is a stoma?
- A flap that covers the windpipe when swallowing
- A tube that drains fluid from the lung area
- A swollen vein near the anus and rectum
- An opening in the belly wall for the bowel
Show answer
Correct answer: An opening in the belly wall for the bowel
A colostomy is a stoma made from the colon.
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026