This masterclass explains the causes of bowel dysfunction after rectal cancer treatment, how to assess it and interventions to address it
08.30 Log and registration
08.55 Welcome and housekeeping – Jennie Burch
09.00 Defining LARS – Claire Taylor
09.20 Psychological effects on patients – Claire Taylor
09.40 Anatomy and physiology – Jennie Burch
10.00 Physical effects on patients – Jennie Burch
10.20 Comfort break
10.30 Assessing LARS and bowels – Tatenda Marunda
10.50 Effects on caregivers – Eva Pape
11.10 Management options – Eva Pape
11.30 Dietary management – Diane Brundrett
11.50 Comfort break
12.00 Behavioural management – Ellie Bradshaw
12.20 Subsequent management – Brigitte Collins
12.40 Case studies – Ellie Bradshaw & Brigitte Collins
13.00 Clinical discussion – Claire Taylor and Jennie Burch
13.20 Evaluations
13.30 Close
Cost: £50
To book please email Jennie Burch on: LNWH-tr.StMarksNurseEducation@nhs.net
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Organised by: St Mark's Nurse Education