AIMS
To provide effective care for those with urostomies
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Know what urostomy surgery is
- Be aware of the indications for the procedure
- Know how to care for people immediately post-surgery
- Know how to replace a urostomy bag
- Be aware of the medication needs of those with stomas
- Know how to care for the stoma site
- Understand how urostomy surgery can affect mental health
- Be aware of common complications of urostomy surgery
LESSONS AND TOPICS
Deterioration
- What is Deterioration?
- Causes of Deterioration
- Signs of Deterioration
- Know different types of oxygen therapy
Post-Surgical Care
- Recovering from A Urostomy
- Replacing Urostomy Bags
Supporting People with Urostomies
- Medication
- Skin Care
- Mental Health
- Urostomies and Dementia
Complications
- Swelling
- Blood Clots
- Stoma Blockage
- Prolapse and Retraction
- Stomal Necrosis
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