Stoma Care Training Course

Our Stoma Care Training course is a CPD-certified e-learning course designed to equip health and social care professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to support individuals with a stoma.
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Stoma Care Overview

Our Stoma Care Training course is a CPD-certified e-learning course designed to equip health and social care professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to support individuals with a stoma. This course will give you an understanding of the different types of stoma (including colostomies, ileostomies, urostomies, end ostomies, and loop ostomies). It will also provide insight into the different types of stoma pouches and how to change or empty these. Finally, you will learn how to identify and respond to blockages and other complications associated with a stoma.
Duration
45m
Number of Units
3
Accreditation
CPD certified
Course Category
Clinical

Learning Outcomes

  • To gain an understanding of what a stoma is and how to support an individual with a stoma
  • To gain an understanding of the digestive system and the dietary requirements for people with different types of stoma
  • To gain an understanding of complications and abnormalities as well as when to refer to a healthcare professional

Training Units

Our Stoma Care Training course is structured into three informative units, each designed to cover essential aspects of stoma care. These units include foundational knowledge, tips to develop practical skills, and the management of potential complications.

What is a Stoma?

15m

This unit provides a foundational understanding of what a stoma is, its purpose, and the different types that individuals may have. Learners will explore how stomas interact with the digestive system and common misconceptions surrounding them.

  • Introduction to Stomas
  • The Digestive System and Stomas
  • Types of Stomas: Colostomy, Ileostomy, and Others
  • Food Considerations for Individuals with Stomas

Caring for a Stoma

10m

This unit covers the essential skills and knowledge required to care for an individual with a stoma, including the different types of stoma pouches and how to manage them safely and hygienically.

  • Types of Stoma Pouches
  • When and How to Empty or Change a Stoma Pouch
  • Measuring and Cutting a Stoma Pouch
  • Disposing of Used Stoma Pouches

Complications

10m

This unit addresses the common complications that may arise when caring for individuals with a stoma, as well as how to prevent and manage these issues effectively.

  • Recognising and Preventing Blockages
  • Responding to a Blockage
  • Reducing the Risk of Complications
  • Spotting Signs of Dehydration

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