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        | surgically created opening with no sphincter |  | 
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        | normal characteristics of ostomy |  | Definition 
 
        | red, moist, painless, size/ shape changes as it heals, intact skin |  | 
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        | proper location, color, height/shape, location of opening |  | 
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        | opening into the ileum; mushy to liquid, digestive enzymes, +/- gas, usually little odor |  | 
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        | opening into the colon; liquid to somewhat solid, gas is common, odor |  | 
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        | opening into the urinary system (ileal conduit is most common); output is liquid with some mucus |  | 
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        | peristomal (surrounding skin) assessment |  | Definition 
 
        | integrity, plane, turgor, necessity of skin care tips like removal technique and skin cleansing |  | 
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        | skin barrier (attaches pouching system) |  | Definition 
 
        | cut-to-fit, pre-sized, flat-skin, convex, standard wear, extended wear |  | 
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        | opening can be adjusted; best for: post-op, not round stomas, decreased inventory |  | 
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        | best after stoma size has stabilized, usually for stomas that are round, opening should hug the base of the stoma |  | 
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        | profile is level, more flexible than convex barriers |  | 
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        | curve of barrier goes toward skin, belts may enhance effect of convexity |  | 
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        | erodes when it comes in contact with liquide |  | 
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        | formulated to be most resistant to liquid discharge |  | 
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        | frames the skin barrier, helps secure pouching system, optional |  | 
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        | length of time the pouch can be worn before it fails |  | 
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        | collects discharge, contains odor, impacts body image |  | 
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        | one-piece, two-piece, drainable, closed, urostomy, closure options, filters |  | 
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        | two piece pouching system |  | Definition 
 
        | must have both pieces; flange type and size must match; flange size NOT EQUAL to stoma size |  | 
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        | one-piece pouching system |  | Definition 
 
        | skin barrier and pouch are attached, may be easier to use, most flexible pouching option |  | 
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        | a pouch with an opening at the bottom, used for COLOSTOMY and ILEOSTOMY, empty when 1/3 to 1/2 full |  | 
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        | closure options for drainable pouch |  | Definition 
 
        | clamp, integrated closure |  | 
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        | a pouch without a clamp; COLOSTOMY, short-term use for ileostomy, limited dexterity; remove when 1/3 to 1/2 full. |  | 
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        | vents and deodorizes gas from pouch, option in closed and drainable pouches, best for COLOSTOMY, ileostomy with thick discharge, NEVER for urostomy |  | 
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        | pouch with a spout, used for urinary diversions, empty when 1/3 to 1/2 full, may connect to bedside collector |  | 
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        | use as caulk to prevent leakage under the skin barrier, help fill in uneven areas |  | 
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        | past is NOT an adhesive, too much paste will decrease wear time so more is NOT better, replace cap after use |  | 
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        | prevent leakage under barrier, protect skin, alternative to paste, create oval and customize openings |  | 
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        | easier to apply ring to back of skin barrier first, can be stretched to different sizes, can easily be broken and reformed |  | 
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        | other accessories to prevent skin irritation, stipping, removal easier |  | Definition 
 
        | skin sealant, skin wipes and skin barrier powder, lubricating deodorant |  | 
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