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Skin Preparation and Care

  1. How should I clean the peristomal skin?
  2. How should I identify and treat my patient's skin irritation or rash?
  3. How do I treat denuded peristomal skin?
  4. How do I use Stomahesive® powder?
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Problem Ostomies

  1. How do I manage difficult stomas, including pouching options?
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Filling Gaps, Folds and Creases around Stomas

  1. How do I apply the Stomahesive® Paste?
  2. Why should I use an Eakin Cohesive® Seal in place of Stomahesive® paste?
  3. How do I apply/use Eakin Cohesive® products?
  4. When and how should I use accessory products?
  5. Will water or certain barrier wipes or removers hurt the stoma?
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Selection and Fitting of an Ostomy System

  1. How do I measure the stoma? (Especially important for oval, mushroom or irregular shapes).
  2. What is the difference between Durahesive® and Stomahesive® skin barriers?
  3. What is the difference between an extended wear barrier and a normal wear time barrier? Are they reimbursed differently?
  4. What different styles of pouches are available?
  5. What does convex mean and when is it appropriate?
  6. How do I choose the correct appliance size for my patient?
  7. How do I use moldable products?
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Lifestyle Issues

  1. When is a closed end pouch used?
  2. What does a moldable feature do, why is it important?
  3. Who is a good candidate for filtered pouches?
  4. What are the benefits of a one-piece vs a two-piece system?
  5. What dietary advice should I provide to my patients?
  6. Should my patients cover their wafer/appliance when showering, swimming, etc?
  7. Can medications contribute to odor?
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