Event Start/Stop Date and Time
May 5, 2026 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM EDT
Check-in Date and Time
May 5, 2026 5:30 PM EDT
Location
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
Medical Center Boulevard
Winston Salem, NC, 27157
Target Audience
RN Refresher nurse and any interested RN.
Event Description
This simulation provides participants with the opportunity to care for a patient recovering from diverticulitis with a newly placed temporary colostomy. Participants will: Perform colostomy and peristomal skin care, including assessment, cleaning, and appliance management Administer prescribed medications Understand the rationale for and manage a nasogastric (NG) tube for bowel rest, including monitoring output and maintaining tube patency Deliver therapeutic communication and teaching to support patient adjustment to a new ostomy and promote self-care confidence This simulation promotes critical thinking and hands-on skill development while managing complex gastrointestinal conditions.
Objectives
- Demonstrate proper technique in performing colostomy care, including assessment of the stoma and peristomal skin, appliance management, and patient hygiene.
- Safely administer prescribed medications and manage a nasogastric (NG) tube for bowel rest, including monitoring output and maintaining tube function.
- Provide patient education on dietary modifications, ostomy self-care, and strategies for adapting to life with a temporary colostomy.
Session Credits
Credit will be awarded based on participant selection at time of registration. Before selecting credits, participants are encouraged to review our Credit Glossary (opens in new tab) for general information. Please note that not all credit types are available for every program.
Session Details
GI/GU Simulation
May 5, 2026 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM EDT
Check-in: May 5, 2026 5:30 PM EDT
This simulation provides participants with the opportunity to care for a patient recovering from diverticulitis with a newly placed temporary colostomy.
Participants will:
Perform colostomy and peristomal skin care, including assessment, cleaning, and appliance management
Administer prescribed medications
Understand the rationale for and manage a nasogastric (NG) tube for bowel rest, including monitoring output and maintaining tube patency
Deliver therapeutic communication and teaching to support patient adjustment to a new ostomy and promote self-care confidence
This simulation promotes critical thinking and hands-on skill development while managing complex gastrointestinal conditions.
Session Fees:
- $55.00 - All other health care professionals/nurses
