COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This educational session explores the multifaceted journey of patients living with an ostomy and the critical role healthcare professionals play in supporting successful adjustment. Through expert-led discussion and shared perspectives, learners will gain practical insights, patient-centered approaches, and curated resources to enhance ostomy care and patient confidence.

INTENDED AUDIENCE: 

Nurses of all levels, WOC Nurses, Ostomy Specialists, Pharmacists, OTs, PTs

PRESENTER(S) &

PLANNING COMMITTEE:

Ruth A. Bryant PhD, RN, CWOCN-Retired/Emeritus, WOCNF ; Rolf Benirsch; Debra Netsch, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN; JoAnn Ermer-Seltun, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN; Joshua Rolstad, BS; Anne Lalla, BA; Alicia Munk, BA   

EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY:

Enduring activity which is provider-directed, learner-paced and consists of handouts and quiz questions.

PURPOSE OF ACTIVITY:

To inspire and educate healthcare professionals on how to support patients in embracing life after ostomy surgery—focusing on anticipatory guidance, emotional resilience, practical adaptation, and long-term empowerment. This session will include a roundtable discussion with ostomy care experts, offering insights into best practices, lived experiences, and innovative resources for patient support.

RELEVANT FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIP:

No Relevant Financial Relationship Reported for the Presenters or Committee Members

OFF LABEL USE:

The presenter and planning committee reported no off-label/unapproved uses of drugs and/or devices are discussed in this presentation.

ANCC Accreditation Statement:

 

WEB WOC® Programs is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation

REQUIREMENTS TO RECEIVE CONTACT HOURS:

Completion of all required course activities:

·         View entire presentation

·        Score of 80% on quiz/test

COURSE ACCESS:

Learner will have access to the course for 30 days after purchase

CONTACT HOURS:

1.0 hours

EXPIRATION DATE:

2/22/2029

Skill Level: Beginner