Anatomy and physiology of the bowel and urinary systems
Faecal and urinary stomas and the restorative surgical procedures developed to avoid stoma formation
Rationale for stoma formation and common surgical procedures
Stoma siting and the role of the clinical nurse specialist
The immediate post-operative period
Choosing the correct stoma appliance
Accessories used in stoma care
Changing a stoma appliance
Discharge planning and supporting patient self care
Questions commonly asked by the patient with a newly formed stoma
Understanding chemotherapy and radiotherapy for the individual with a stoma
Psychological issues in stoma care.