The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about fecal diversions and the ostomy nurse.  After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• To identify evolution in the indications for colostomy creation
• Illustrate the advances in ostomy management
• Define and discuss the development of a neobladder
• Describe the early role of nurses specializing in ostomy rehabilitation
• Describe the functions of the Wound, Continence, and Ostomy Nurses Society
• Define the role of ostomy nurse in different patient settings

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  GI cancers medical and surgical management. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Discuss the presentation of small bowel cancers
• Describe the etiology of colon cancer; illustrate the risk factors for colon cancer
• Discuss types of rectal cancer
• Discuss medical treatment options for gastrointestinal cancers
• Describe surgical treatment options for gastrointestinal cancers

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about inflammatory bowel disease:medical and surgical.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Illustrate disease processes that can terminate with fecal diversions
• Describe the pathophysiology of the disease process
• Outline non-surgical measures for treatment
• Describe the criteria for surgical management of these gastrointestinal conditions

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about  GI tract anatomy and physiology. After studying the information presented here,you will be able to-

• Define the normal anatomical structures that comprise the gastrointestinal tract.
• Discuss the normal physiological properties and functions of the gastrointestinal tract.

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pathophysiology and management of pediatric ostomies.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• To illustrate common childhood pathologies that result in ostomy creation
• Explain pouch selection and stoma care in the pediatric patient
• Define the role of an enterostomal nurse in caring for the pediatric population

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about perinatal management and stomal complications.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Illustrate key elements in preoperative assessment of a patient undergoing ostomy surgery
• Describe postoperative pouching techniques; describe the optimal characteristics of a stoma
• Identify postoperative complications; and address social stigmas related to life with an ostomy

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about stomal management.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• List assessments pertinent to choosing a pouch system
• Illustrate the importance of a skin barrier
• Describe two types of skin barriers
• Illustrate the pros and cons of different pouch systems
• Describe different skin protection items

• Explain indications for placement of gastrointestinal tubes
• List complications of enteral feedings
• Illustrate strategies to prevent leakage of tubes
• Discuss management strategies for tube drainage
• Define enterocutaneous fistula
• Discuss management techniques of fistulas
• List nursing goals for a patient with a gastrointestinal tube or fistula

• Identifying the different types of incontinence
• Become familiar with the anatomy of the upper and lower urinary tracts
• Identify treatment options and nursing management of incontinence
• Be able to illustrate bladder function across the lifespan