Course description
Colostomy / Stoma Care training course
This Colostomy Care training course has been developed to aid care workers and those who work or come into contact with people who require colostomy care.
This Colostomy Care training course considers the reasons for and the process involved with colostomy care in day to day living. Training will covers best practice guidelines and ensure that all attending will be better suited to delivering care for people who require colostomy care.
Introduction to Colostomy Care
Types of colostomies, ascending, transverse, descending & sigmoid
About the stoma
How colostomy affects; work; social life; clothing; showering; bathing; exercise; sports; travel; sexual life and diet
How diet can control excessive gas, odour, diarrhoea and constipation
Medicines and your colostomy
Examples of colostomy bags
Selecting appropriate colostomy bag
Assessing the stoma & skin
When to call a doctor
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