To protect skin around the stoma, which product is recommended?

• A. Hydrogel dressing
• B. Skin foam with vitamins A and E
• C. Transparent film dressing
• D. Pectin-based solid skin barrier

Answer: (D)

Protecting skin around a stoma requires a barrier that forms a durable, protective layer on the skin to shield it from caustic stomal output while staying in place. A pectin-based solid skin barrier fits this need well. The solid barrier creates a cushion-like, adherent film that seals irregular skin contours and provides an effective shield against urine and stool. It remains in place during activities, is gentle to remove, and helps reduce trauma and dermatitis by preventing leakage and keeping the peristomal skin dry and protected.

Other options don’t offer the same combination of durability, skin-friendliness, and barrier formation around the stoma: hydrogel is designed for moisture management rather than a protective skin barrier; skin foam with vitamins A and E is more for conditioning rather than creating a reliable barrier; a transparent film dressing can trap moisture and may not provide the robust seal needed around a stoma.