Stoma is a common procedure used in the surgical treatment of cancers related to the
gastrointestinal or urinary system, inflammatory bowel diseases and traumas. Stoma
opening increases the survival rates of individuals, but stoma-related complications are
considered as negative consequences of living with an ostomy. Negative effects on stoma
patients are physical, psychological and social. Physical problems of stoma patients
include leakage, skin problems and odor. The most common physical problems related to
stoma include leakage, peristomal skin problems and the need for adaptation of stoma
devices and the need to adapt clothing to the presence and location of the stoma, which
has a significant impact on the patient's daily life. Stoma patient care is included in
the curriculum of pre-licensure nursing programs, but the number of studies examining
student nurses' knowledge of stoma care is limited. In a study, it was concluded that
nursing students had initial knowledge about ostomy care and very limited clinical
experience, but they were highly confident in providing ostomy care. Therefore, it is
very important to develop the knowledge and skill levels of undergraduate nursing
students about stoma and bag change, which plays an important role in the care of stoma
patients.
In nursing education, there has been a transition from traditional pedagogical models to
current methods that use technology for information acquisition. One of the teaching
methodologies used in nursing education is Podcast. Podcast emerged as a result of
discussions aimed at understanding and learning by listening. The term "podcast" has been
in use since approximately 2004. It was originally derived from two terms, "iPod" and
"broadcast." A podcast can be listened to on any digital audio listening device,
including a computer that supports audio file playback. Therefore, podcasts can be
listened to 24/7 and on the go. These combined qualities have significantly increased
podcast use over the last 20 years. Over time, podcasts have begun to be used as an
effective medical education tool. In a study, it was determined that podcasts did not
affect the knowledge level of nursing students, but students were satisfied with this
learning experience. Studies determining the effectiveness of podcasts on nursing
students are quite limited. Studies conducted have mostly investigated the effect of
podcasts on students' knowledge level and satisfaction. This study aimed to determine the
effect of podcast use on nursing students' knowledge and skills regarding stoma bag
change. There is no study in the literature examining the effect of podcast use on
nursing students' knowledge and skills in changing stoma bags. Therefore, the research is
original in its field. It is thought that the study will contribute to the literature.
