An ostomy is probably one of the biggest fears that patients have when they are first discussing surgery for colorectal cancer. But there is no reason why "ostomates" as they are called cannot live full and active lives.

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Living with an Ostomy
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6. Ostomy Management
Molly Pierce RN, CWOCN
May 13, 2013

7. Hello
Certified ostomy nurse
WOCN.org
EducationEducation
Bachelors Degree, minimum
Traditional or online classes

8. What is an Ostomy?
–A colostomy
is the term
used to
describe adescribe a
new opening
in the skin
where the
bowel is
brought out.
–An ileostomy
is the small
bowel.

9. Different types of ostomies
Different reasons
Different management
incontinent
continentcontinent

10. New Surgical Techniques
Robotic
Chemotherapy or radiation first
Education prior to surgery
Short stayShort stay

11. What to expect
New normal
Daily care
Bathe, shower
Sexual functionSexual function
Family support
Social handicap

12. Pouches

13. Caring for ostomy
Self manage
If you cannot tie your shoes or button
your buttons, you might need some
help.help.

14. Struggles people have
Odor
Empty into a toilet, not a sink
Avoid tight clothing
Add cami or undershirtAdd cami or undershirt
Travel
Pouch leakage
Hernias
Skin irritation

15. Living a full and active life
The body produces urine and stool
from birth to death.
About the only thing you cannot do
with a diverted bladder or bowel iswith a diverted bladder or bowel is
what you don’t want to do.
Mount Everest
NFL

16. Diet or Food
Technically no restrictions
Beans
Pouches: odor proof, water tight
Common senseCommon sense

17. Questions to ask your doctor
Options?
Surgical
Ostomy nurse?
In hospitalIn hospital
After surgery

18. Where to turn to for help
Support groups
UOAA
Manufacturers

19. Supplies
Usually covered by insurance
Copay
VA
Durable Medical Equipment or DMEsDurable Medical Equipment or DMEs
mail order companies
local suppliers

20. Questions?

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