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Sunday, April 28, 2013
Meet The Wound Ostomy Continence Nurses in Seattle This June!
The Wound Ostomy Continence Nurses (WOCN) society is hosting their 45th annual national conference this June 2013 in Seattle, Washington. The WOCN hosts a great conference every year and is a fine way to meet the nurses that may reach the hundreds of thousands of ostomy patients every year. Sometimes the focus on ostomy is not as great as we would like, but anything is better than nothing. There are all sorts of attendees in varying fields related to wound, ostomy and continence care. The conference usually allows for some very informative sessions from industry professionals on varied topics. It is worth attending if possible. Here is the link to further examine the conference.
Thursday, April 18, 2013
AQUACEL Foam Dressings - ConvaTec's New Addition To Their Wound Care Line
ConvaTec's newest addition to their AQUACEL wound dressing line.
Features include:
Waterproof bacteria barrier
Aquacel interface
Even if the 3x3 dressing isn't right for your practice, AQUACEL® foam dressing is available in a range of sizes, including adhesive and non–adhesive options ...and the dressings can be cut to any shape or size while maintaining all of the benefits of the AQUACEL® interface. They even come in a variety of shapes for those hard–to–adhere areas, like heel and sacral.
Features include:
Waterproof bacteria barrier
- Evaporation of excess moisture
- A waterproof barrier against viral/bacterial penetration
- Allows patient to shower and bathe
Aquacel interface
- Locks in wound exudate, including harmful components
- Vertical wicking prevents lateral spread of fluid, reducing risk of maceration
- Micro-contours to the wound bed, minimizing dead space where bacteria can grow
- Skin-friendly adhesive supports simple application and removal
- Demonstrated low potential for dermal irritation or allergic contact sensitization
Even if the 3x3 dressing isn't right for your practice, AQUACEL® foam dressing is available in a range of sizes, including adhesive and non–adhesive options ...and the dressings can be cut to any shape or size while maintaining all of the benefits of the AQUACEL® interface. They even come in a variety of shapes for those hard–to–adhere areas, like heel and sacral.
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Steps To Changing An Ostomy Appliance
1. Wash your hands and put on exam gloves. Keep handy the following items: towels, faucet for warm water and soap to cleanse skin around stoma, adhesive remover if necessary, ostomy sizing template if needed, scissors to cut opening if appliance is not pre-cut.
2. Expose and examine abdominal area where the stoma is located.
3. Try to position self so that no skin folds are along the line of the stoma.
4. Remove ostomy appliance. If a two piece system, remove just the pouch at this time.
5. If it is a drainable pouch, the clamp can be re-used!
6. Gently ease the ostomy appliance from the skin around the stoma. Adhesive remover can make this process easier. Do not rush this step so as not to injure the skin.
7. Discard of the used ostomy pouch. This is why some people choose to use "pouch liners." They preserve the actual ostomy pouch and allow the user to simply remove a liner that is full.
8. Examine the stoma and peristomal area for anything unusual such as skin irritation, redness, excoriation, fungus, bleeding, etc. The stoma should be moist and red. Peristomal skin should be the same as normal skin. Take note of any abnormalities.
Deep cuts in the stoma or a purple colored stoma warrant immediate attention.
9. Cleanse and dry skin around the stoma with warm water and mild unscented soap. Avoid scented soaps and alcohol.
10. It the stoma has changed size, determine the new size with the stoma template.
11. If using a cut-to-fit pouch, cut the appropriate size for the stoma.
12. It may be necessary to place a piece of gauze over the stoma while a pouch is not there to catch output.
13. Apply skin protective film or adhesive paste or stoma powder if they are used. Products such as Skin Prep Wipes, Stomahesive Paste, and K-Gum (karaya powder).
14. Center wafer opening over stoma and press down holding for 30-45 seconds.
15. One piece ostomy pouches should point dowards towards feet.
16. Two piece ostomy systems have the wafer applied and then the pouch. Note all ostomy appliances come with manufacturer directions.
All types of ostomy appliances can be purchased at Parthenon either online or by calling toll free 1-800-453-8898. We carry such brands as Nu-Hope, Coloplast, Hollister, ConvaTec, Marlen, Cymed, Torbot, Coloset, and Safe n' Simple and more! Parthenon is your source for the highest quality and most discounted ostomy products anywhere. We guarantee the lowest price nationwide! If you find a lower price just tell us so it can be confirmed and we will BEAT it by 5%!!!
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2. Expose and examine abdominal area where the stoma is located.
3. Try to position self so that no skin folds are along the line of the stoma.
4. Remove ostomy appliance. If a two piece system, remove just the pouch at this time.
5. If it is a drainable pouch, the clamp can be re-used!
6. Gently ease the ostomy appliance from the skin around the stoma. Adhesive remover can make this process easier. Do not rush this step so as not to injure the skin.
7. Discard of the used ostomy pouch. This is why some people choose to use "pouch liners." They preserve the actual ostomy pouch and allow the user to simply remove a liner that is full.
8. Examine the stoma and peristomal area for anything unusual such as skin irritation, redness, excoriation, fungus, bleeding, etc. The stoma should be moist and red. Peristomal skin should be the same as normal skin. Take note of any abnormalities.
Deep cuts in the stoma or a purple colored stoma warrant immediate attention.
9. Cleanse and dry skin around the stoma with warm water and mild unscented soap. Avoid scented soaps and alcohol.
10. It the stoma has changed size, determine the new size with the stoma template.
11. If using a cut-to-fit pouch, cut the appropriate size for the stoma.
12. It may be necessary to place a piece of gauze over the stoma while a pouch is not there to catch output.
13. Apply skin protective film or adhesive paste or stoma powder if they are used. Products such as Skin Prep Wipes, Stomahesive Paste, and K-Gum (karaya powder).
14. Center wafer opening over stoma and press down holding for 30-45 seconds.
15. One piece ostomy pouches should point dowards towards feet.
16. Two piece ostomy systems have the wafer applied and then the pouch. Note all ostomy appliances come with manufacturer directions.
All types of ostomy appliances can be purchased at Parthenon either online or by calling toll free 1-800-453-8898. We carry such brands as Nu-Hope, Coloplast, Hollister, ConvaTec, Marlen, Cymed, Torbot, Coloset, and Safe n' Simple and more! Parthenon is your source for the highest quality and most discounted ostomy products anywhere. We guarantee the lowest price nationwide! If you find a lower price just tell us so it can be confirmed and we will BEAT it by 5%!!!
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Tuesday, April 9, 2013
A Video Tribute To Our Friend Linda Aukett
A very nice video on Vimeo made to celebrate the life of Linda Aukett and her kind efforts to help those people affected by ostomy surgery.
http://vimeo.com/63072967
She will be missed.
http://vimeo.com/63072967
She will be missed.
Sunday, April 7, 2013
Bo Parrish Awarded ConvaTec's 2012 Great Comebacks South Region Award
Triathlete Bo Parrish received the Great Comebacks South Region Award in September 2012 during a ceremony at the Southeast Region Wound Ostomy and Continence Nurses (WOCN) Society. He received the award from Rolf Benirschke the founder and chairman of the Great Comebacks Program.
Bo struggled with Crohn's disease for over a decade and finally got an ileostomy. During his long recovery in the hospital he was visited by a triathlete friend and he then started planning his recovery to enter the sport as soon as possible. He completed his first tri event less than 5 months after surgery. Bo now has completed over 100 tri events and is a member of the Timex Multisport Team. Congratulations Bo!!
Great Comebacks® is sponsored by ConvaTec, a world-leading developer and marketer of innovative medical technologies for community and hospital care, in partnership with the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation (CCFA), the United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc. (UOAA), the Intestinal Disease Education and Awareness Society (IDEAS), the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses (WOCN®) Society™ and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS).
The Parthenon Company is a proud supporter of ostomates everywhere and we congratulate Mr. Parrish. Parthenon is a manufacturer and distributor of ostomy supplies nationwide.
Bo struggled with Crohn's disease for over a decade and finally got an ileostomy. During his long recovery in the hospital he was visited by a triathlete friend and he then started planning his recovery to enter the sport as soon as possible. He completed his first tri event less than 5 months after surgery. Bo now has completed over 100 tri events and is a member of the Timex Multisport Team. Congratulations Bo!!
Great Comebacks® is sponsored by ConvaTec, a world-leading developer and marketer of innovative medical technologies for community and hospital care, in partnership with the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation (CCFA), the United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc. (UOAA), the Intestinal Disease Education and Awareness Society (IDEAS), the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses (WOCN®) Society™ and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS).
The Parthenon Company is a proud supporter of ostomates everywhere and we congratulate Mr. Parrish. Parthenon is a manufacturer and distributor of ostomy supplies nationwide.
United Ostomy Associations of America National Conference "Bridge To Acceptance" Coming Summer 2013
August 7-10, 2013
Hyatt Regency Riverfront, Jacksonville, Florida
Join the United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA) this August as they hold their national conference in Jacksonville, Florida. Over 500 ostomates are expected to attend spanning all ages. The event is sure to be informative and have a full schedule of educational sessions, social events, and an exhibit hall with over 40 industry representatives.
Some of the special events include:
This meeting is an important part of uniting ostomates across the United States. Not only does it present an opportunity to meet and form friendships, but also to learn of new ostomy product innovations and foster a supportive environment for everyone involved. If you can get to this, the UOAA conference is highly recommended by us!!!
Hyatt Regency Riverfront, Jacksonville, Florida
Join the United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA) this August as they hold their national conference in Jacksonville, Florida. Over 500 ostomates are expected to attend spanning all ages. The event is sure to be informative and have a full schedule of educational sessions, social events, and an exhibit hall with over 40 industry representatives.
Some of the special events include:
- Ice cream social
- Closing banquet
- Goodie bags
- Focus gruops
- Exhibit hall raffle
- First timer's reception
This meeting is an important part of uniting ostomates across the United States. Not only does it present an opportunity to meet and form friendships, but also to learn of new ostomy product innovations and foster a supportive environment for everyone involved. If you can get to this, the UOAA conference is highly recommended by us!!!
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