Orthotopic Bladder Substitution (Neobladder): Part I: Indications, Patient Selection, Preoperative Education, and Counseling

Activity Steps

1 Activity
2 Take Test 3Certificate

Purpose of Activity

To provide an understanding of preoperative considerations for patients undergoing radical cystectomy with a focus on issues specific to orthotopic bladder substitution as the method of urinary diversion.

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. Compare the options for urinary diversion.
  2. Idenitfy preoperative considerations for patients considering a neobladder.
  3. Outline the postoperative care and potential complications for patients who have had neobladder surgery.

Disclosures

The authors and planners declare no conflicts of interest

Price: $27.95

Credits:

  • ANCC 3.0 CH
  • DC - BON 3.0 CH
  • KY-BON 3.0 CH

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
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This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia and Florida #50-1223. Your certificate is valid in all states.
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Planner
Test Code: JWOCN0113
Published: January/February 2013
Expires: 12/31/2026
Sources: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing
Required Passing Score: 14/20 (70%)
Authors: Kevin Ong, Olivia Herdiman, Liana Johnson, Nathan Lawrentschuk
Categories: Genitourinary , Medical-Surgical
Specialties: Ostomy, Surgery, Urology, Wound
Topics: Bladder Diseases