Using eakin dot® 2 piece in the management of stoma and long term health conditions
Case study submitted by: Kelly Vickers, Stomal Therapy Nurse, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Adelaide, South Australia.
4 reasons to use:
Choosing the correct appliance is an important
aspect in a person’s overall recovery after ostomy surgery.1
The goal of both nurse and patient is to achieve a predictable, reliable wear time.2
A long-term health condition can have a significant impact on a persons ability to live a
normal life.3
Long term health conditions are likely to affect the person’s ability to manage their own
care independently. There will be careful consideration to the specific condition and the individual restrictions when recommending an appropriate product to promote optimum selfcare, management and independence for the ostomate.3
Patient History:
75 year old gentleman with poor mobility who lives alone
Diagnosed with Rectal Cancer
APER with formation of end colostomy
History of chronic illness including Parkinson’s Disease, bipolar disorder, hypertension, aortic stenosis and osteoarthritis
Nurse recommends eakin dot 2-piece:
Stoma care nurse assessed individual ability and
recommended eakin dot® 2-piece immediately post-op
Reviewed patient 3 weeks post operatively
Nurse review:
He reports no leakages with eakin dot® 2-piece system
This has had a considerable positive impact on building his confidence
Peristomal skin is healthy
Self-managing his stoma care and appliances
He only needs to change the base every 3-4 days
He states he ‘loves his bags’ and particularly likes the easy coupling system that he can hear ‘click’ when pouch is applied
Outcome:
Once familiar with the ‘CLICK’ system, Mrs S became very comfortable and confident with coupling the bag and baseplate
They are now very happy with how the eakin dot® 2-piece is working for them and find it very secure, comfortable and easy to use
Clinical evidence for choosing eakin dot® 2-piece:
Improves peristomal skin problems
Ease of use
hydrocolloid for longer-life wear
Meets the individual needs of ostomates and their carers
References
Williams J, Gwillian B, Sutherland N, Matten J, Hemmingway J, Ilsey H et al (2010) Evaluating skin problems in people with stomas. BJN19(17): s6-15
Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurses Society(WOCN). (2013) Colostomy and Ileostomy: Products and tips. Mt. Laurel, NJ:WOC
Readding L (2016) Practical guidance for nurses caring for patients with long-term conditions. British Journal of Community Nursing21(2) 90-98
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