This programme is designed to help healthcare professionals to provide effective care for patients with stoma by providing information about the formation of ostomies and the common problems experienced with stoma formation. It also covers stoma management, including drug-related issues and stoma care appliances. Learners will consider the adjustments and lifestyle changes that patients need to make and work through a troubleshooting guide to highlight the common problems stoma patients face.
On completion of all aspects of this learning programme you should be able to: