Implementation of an Evidence-Based and Content Validated Standardized Ostomy Algorithm Tool in Home Care: A Quality

Kimberly Bare1, Jerri Drain, Monica Timko-Progar

  • 1Kimberly Bare, BSN, RN, CWON, Amedisys RWCPM, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Jerri Drain, BSN, RN, CWON, Amedisys RWCPM, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Monica Timko-Progar, BSN, RN, ET, CWS, FACCWS, Amedisys Clinical Programs, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Bobbie Stallings, BSN, RN, CWOCN, Amedisys RWCPM, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Kimberly Smith, BS, RN, CWON, Amedisys RWCPM, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Naomi Ward, BSN, RN, CWS, Amedisys RWCPM, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Sandra Wright, BSN, RN, CWCN, FACCWS, LNC, Amedisys, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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