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 with:
    • Sample bags and wafers
    • Instructional guides and videos
    • Practice materials for applying and removing pouches

5. Digital Tools & Simulations

  • Augmented reality apps and online modules that show step-by-step stoma care
  • Interactive case studies for nursing or patient education