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What types of products are used to teach ostomy care?

Teaching ostomy care involves a mix of real and simulated products to help learners become comfortable with handling ostomies. Here are the common types of products used in training:

1. Ostomy Training Manikins & Models

• Manikins with stoma models: These are life-size or partial-body models with one or more stomas (colostomy, ileostomy, urostomy) to simulate real-life care.
• Wearable simulators: Some are designed to be worn by standardized participants (actors) to mimic real ostomy situations.

2. Ostomy Appliances

• Pouching systems:
• One-piece and two-piece systems (both drainable and closed end)
• Skin barriers and flange systems
• Adhesive rings or wafers

3. Stoma Care Supplies

• Cleansing wipes and skin prep products
• Barrier pastes, powders, and sprays
• Deodorizing products
• Measuring guides (to size the stoma and cut pouches appropriately)
• Scissors and application tools

4. Educational Kits and Sample Packs

• Often provided by manufacturers