Stoma Care
Face to Face Training
Course Title: Stoma Care
Course length 3 hours
Maximum number to attend 12
This course is aimed at all staff working within Health and Social Care who are involved in the day-to-day care of an individual with a stoma.
The course begins with a basic overview of the digestive system before looking at the different types of stoma.
Learning Outcome & Assessment Criteria
Introduction The Digestive System
Anatomy and physiology of the digestive system
The organs of the Alimentary Canal:
Mouth
Pharynx
Oesophagus
Stomach
Small Intestine
Large Intestine
Common conditions of the digestive system
Stoma / Indications for a Stoma
Purpose of a Stoma
Types of Stoma
Colostomy
Ileostomy
Urostomy
Equipment considerations
Abnormalities with stomas
Psychological support for the patient
Communication Skills
Effective communication skills
Verbal communication
Documentation
Cultural and religious considerations
Stoma Management
Dietary advice
Complications
Products used in stoma care
Procedure to change stoma bag
At the end of the training session, there is a written assessment to evidence the learning of the attendees.