This course aims to provide knowledge and skills in providing stoma care. It introduces basic anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal tract in relation to the different types of abdominal stoma and the principles of management in emptying and changing of pouches. Recognition of stoma complications will be discussed.

Learning Outcomes/Objectives

At the end of the course, participants should be able to:

1. Explain the basic anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal and the urinary system.

1. Discuss the term stoma and its purposes.

1. Relate the functions to the different types of stoma and its effluents.

1. Discuss the psychological support and life style management

1. Recognise the types colostomies and its siting.

1. Describe the components to a pouching system

1. Perform stoma care in changing and applying the pouch with accordance to the organisational guidelines.

1. Recognise stoma complications, documentation and escalation of abnormal findings.

Who Should Attend

Enrolled Nurses, Registered Nurses

Additional Information

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