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This video provides insight into the challenges faced by ostomates with cognitive impairment or dementia. Cognitive impairment is the sixth most common comorbidity in ostomates over the age of 70. A desire to remove the pouch at inappropriate times, inability to communicate and agitation, often caused by underlying peristomal skin problems, are all issues commonly experienced by ostomates suffering from cognitive impairment like dementia.
To prescribe the most appropriate pouch option there are four areas to consider – increased pouch wear time, skin friendliness, easy but controlled pouch changes, and security.
Ostomates with cognitive impairment or severe dementia can be amongst the most challenging patients. It requires considerable skill and judgement by the Stoma Care Nurse (SCN) to provide a holistic assessment and ensure the most appropriate product selection for this group of vulnerable patients.
Hear from Marie McGrogan, eakin®‘s clinical advisor, on how holistic assessment and appropriate product selection will enhance the quality of life for ostomates with cognitive impairment.