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.
