Stoma Care
Our stoma care training course aims to teach staff the practical skills and theoretical knowledge so they feel competent and comfortable working with stomas. The course will teach delegates the correct technique and methods of changing a stoma bag, as well as giving them examples of the different types of stoma bags. We teach the importance of maintaining effective infection control and the underpinning of privacy, dignity and respect for the service user. The course is suitable for all levels of care staff
Description
Course Content:
- Duty of care
- Understanding why some people need stomas and what they are
- Infection control and the use of personal protective equipment
- Safe waste disposal
- Personal care and skin integrity
- Key fundamentals in changing the stoma bag.