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Stoma Care

Top Rated4.7(3 reviews)

This course aims to provide you with standard principles and best practice guidelines in relation to supporting with Stoma Care.

9 Modules1 hour
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Learning Outcomes

What you'll learn

  • Understanding a Stoma and the Need for Stoma Surgery
  • Three Main Types of Stoma
  • Supporting Someone with Stoma Care
  • Main Types of Stoma Bags and Their Use
  • Changing a Stoma Bag
  • Importance of Communication
  • Cultural and Religious Influences on Stoma Care
  • Recognising Common Stoma Complications
  • Concerns of People Living with Stomas
  • Infection Control in Stoma Care
  • Documentation for Stoma Care

Modules

Module 1

Introduction and what is a stoma?

Module 2

Types of Stoma bags

Module 3

How to change Stoma Bags

Module 4

Effective communication and documentation

Module 5

Living with a stoma - common concerns

Module 6

Physical and mental wellbeing

Module 7

Common stoma complications - what to look for

Module 8

Summary

Module 9

References

Top reviews

BA

Bayonle

User fromcare-learning

5

Was satisfying

Posted on 23/10/2026

LE

Letwin

User fromcare-learning

4

Pictures can help to see the stoma bags etc

Posted on 27/01/2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

A stoma is a surgically created opening that allows waste or fluids to leave the body when normal bowel or bladder function is not possible due to illness, injury, or surgery.

Common options include one-piece and two-piece systems, drainable or closed-end pouches, pediatric pouches, and transparent or opaque bags, chosen based on stoma type, lifestyle, and preference.

Common issues include skin irritation, leakage, blockage, infection, prolapse, hernia, dehydration, and emotional distress. Early recognition and proper care help prevent serious problems.

Living with a stoma can impact physical health and emotional wellbeing, including body image and confidence. Good stoma care, education, support, and healthy routines help maintain quality of life.