Course overview of Stoma Care
In this Stoma Care training we look at the different types of stoma and what they are used for. We will also cover what a healthy stoma looks like, the problems that might be encountered, as well as changing a stoma bag.
This Stoma Care training course is created in partnership with Norwood, a leading charity supporting children and families facing challenges in their lives due to additional educational needs, mental health or severe wellbeing issues to anyone of any age with learning disabilities or autism.
Course content
- What is a stoma?
- Why and when stomas are needed
- Different types of stoma
- Daily stoma care
- Changing a stoma bag
- Dietary advice
- Healthy vs unhealthy stoma
- Problems associated with stomas
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Aims of Stoma Care course
By the end of the training you will:
- Explain what a stoma is
- Identify the different types of stoma
- List the reasons why stoma is needed
- Explain how to care for stoma and how to empty the bag
- Explain what a healthy stoma looks like
- Explain the problems associated with a stoma
What audience is this online course suitable for?
This Stoma Care course is for people who want to know more about it. Although, it provides focus for people working in social care, it will also be useful to a wider audience of people who would like to know more about Stoma Care.
