Education for preventing irritant contact dermatitis, such as proper pouching and peristomal skin protection, and for weight control, should be emphasized in a self-care program for persons living with an ostomy. Preoperative marking by a WOC nurse is needed to reduce the prevalence of flat (flush) stomas.
History of drinking and health beliefs such as perceived benefits and self-efficacy were highly associated with breastfeeding intention relating to gestational diabetes mellitus. Education for breastfeeding in gestational diabetes mellitus mothers should focus upon the benefit of breastfeeding and strengthening self-efficacy.
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