Continence Management

Accredited by the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society since 1976, the WOC Nursing Education Program prepares the graduate nurse to provide specialty care for patients with fecal and urinary incontinence. This program is geared towards the nurse looking to obtain WOCNB certification following the traditional pathway. The traditional pathway program is a blended education program. It is comprised of online clinical courses, onsite skills training (Bridge Week), a comprehensive final exam, and clinical with an approved preceptor. This podcast corresponds to the course video lectures and covers the topics below: - assessment for causative and contributing factors - conservative management - CIC, pelvic floor muscle rehabilitation, fluid and diet management, behavioral therapies (toileting program), absorptive and containment products For more information on this program, please visit our website at www.wocnec.org.