1. Be given pre-operative counseling.

2. Have an appropriately positioned stoma site.

3. Have a well constructed stoma.

4. Have skilled post-operative nursing care.

5. Have emotional support.

6. Have individual instruction.

7. Receive full and impartial information about all relevant supplies and products available in their country.

8. Be provided with information on community resources.

9. Have post- hospital follow-up and life long supervision

10. Benefit from team efforts of health care professionals.

11. Be provided with information and counsel from the Ostomy Association and its members.