Colostomy bag

What should you do before changing the stoma bag?

• Remove the wafer from its packaging

• Apply oil or lotion onto the wafer and pouch rim

• Spray the adhesive remover on the surrounding wafer area

• Apply stoma powder to the surrounding edge of the stoma

What should you do after cleaning the surrounding area in a circular motion?

• Press firmly on the tabs to allow a secure closure

• Remove the plastic backing from the wafer and apply directly onto the skin

• Apply firm pressure onto the stoma connector

• Spray the protective skin barrier on the surrounding stoma area

What should you do to allow better adhesion and prevent future leaks?

• Include a seal in the application of the stoma bag

• Apply stoma powder to the surrounding edge of the stoma

• Mold the opening of the stoma wafer according to the size of the stoma

• Apply oil or lotion onto the wafer and pouch rim

What should you do after applying the stoma adhesive ring to the skin around the stoma?

• Spray the protective skin barrier on the surrounding stoma area

• Apply oil or lotion onto the wafer and pouch rim

• Remove the plastic backing from the wafer and apply directly onto the skin

• Press the adhesive down onto the skin

What should you do to achieve the desired fit of the stoma wafer?

• Remove the wafer from its packaging

• Mold the opening of the stoma wafer according to the size of the stoma

• Apply firm pressure onto the stoma connector

• Apply stoma powder to the surrounding edge of the stoma

What should you do after attaching the stoma pouch to the wafer base plate?

• Remove the plastic backing from the wafer and apply directly onto the skin

• Spray the adhesive remover on the surrounding wafer area

• Press the adhesive down onto the skin

• Apply firm pressure onto the stoma connector