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For every nurse in clinical practice, the culture in their department is key to job satisfaction. As we learn more about each generation currently in the workplace, we expand our knowledge of Diversity and Inclusion. Growing one's own awareness of these two concepts will enhance the culture of where we work. Learning Outcomes/Objectives: • Identify the present generations in the workplace. • List four outcomes from working with different generations. • Explore the concept of Inclusion when varying generations are present in the clinical setting.
This session will provide possible differential diagnosis associated with COPD exacerbations, pharmacotherapy and non-pharmacotherapy options for individuals having an exacerbation, and the several types of delivery methods used for medications. The session will also cover the modes of ventilation including noninvasive oxygen therapy and invasive mechanical ventilation by intubation. Learning Outcomes/Objectives: • Discuss the differences in pharmacotherapy delivery methods (inhaled, oral, intravenous, and nebulized). • Differentiate when invasive mechanical ventilation or noninvasive mechanical ventilation is required. • Apply pharmacologic and non-pharmacological treatment options in practice based on current evidence for individuals hospitalized with COPD exacerbations.
The LGBTQIA+ population has evolved over the past several years to include other gender non-conforming and gender minority populations. The individual needs of each population within this acronym vary and as a result need to have specialized, focused care to meet their healthcare needs. These gender and sexual minorities still encounter issues concerning sexuality, identity, gender, and freedom of expression with their healthcare providers. It is well-documented that most healthcare providers today have not been properly educated on how to care for this population, therefore, the specific needs pertaining to each individual group represented in this acronym go largely ignored. This session will focus on how to approach the care of the LGBTQIA+ patient and address their specific needs to promote patient-centered care. Learning Outcomes/Objectives: • Describe the appropriate language used when caring for the diverse and sexual minority patient populations. • Explain the differences between the populations within the LGBTQIA+ acronym. • Create appropriate, affirming, and welcoming patient intake forms. • Provide appropriate care to the individual populations within the LGBTQIA+ acronym.
Chest X-rays are one of the oldest noninvasive methods for identifying abnormalities in the chest. Although ordered by a physician or advanced practice provider, it’s often the nurse that first reads the radiologist’s report and interprets it for the attending or advanced practice provider. Nurses working in the ICU or ED routinely implement specific standing orders including obtaining CXRs for an unexpected issue such as chest pain, respiratory distress, or hypoxia. The bedside nurse must manage and assist in stabilizing a patient based on the CXR results. Learning Outcomes/Objectives: • Understand basic terminology and techniques of chest X-rays. • Understand and practice a standardized sequence of chest X-ray interpretation. • Recognize several common chest X-ray abnormalities.
Nurses in a variety of practice settings encounter individuals who have sustained acute head injury. This presentation will cover information nurses need to know when encountering family members, neighbors, or patients in the early post-injury period with an acute head injury. Learn about the mechanism of injury, injury types, assessment findings, warning signs, and early management. Learning Outcomes/Objectives: • Describe the mechanism of injury for acute head injury. • Discern specific warning signs indicative of serious injury. • List at least 3 key nursing actions relevant to caring for people with head trauma in the early post-injury period.
This program explores the etiology of pain and why people respond differently to painful stimuli. Types of pain will be discussed and the role of non-pharmacologic strategies for pain management will be addressed. Learning Outcomes/Objectives: • Identify the purpose of pain. • Recall at least two pain assessment tools. • Report at least two reasons why there are varied response to noxious stimuli. • Identify at least two non-pharmacologic management strategies to control pain.
Alcohol abuse is a prevalent issue. The extent of the problem is often not visible until the patient is hospitalized with another diagnosis and begins experiencing alcohol withdrawal symptoms. This session will review the etiology, presentation, diagnosis, and several management strategies for managing symptoms and complications of alcohol withdrawal. Learning Outcomes/Objectives: • Identify the etiology and pathophysiology of alcohol withdrawal syndrome (AWS). • Identify methods to screen patients at risk for AWS and identify appropriate diagnostic studies to monitor for complications. • Identify management strategies for AWS symptoms using pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies.
The purpose of this session is to present the latest sepsis research and new recommendations from the 2021 Surviving Sepsis Guideline directly relevant for sepsis and septic shock management at the bedside. It also includes a brief breakdown of Centers for Medicare and Medicaid SEP-1 measure and sepsis due to COVID-19. Learning Outcomes/Objectives: • Review new research pertinent to sepsis care. • Detail important changes to your practice in the 5th edition 2021 Surviving Sepsis Guidelines. • Apply knowledge of how sepsis definitions, guidelines, and bundle measures fit into your practice.
This session has been Cancelled. This session will provide an overview of the most significant new and revised recommendations contained in the 2020 and 2022 American Heart Association Guidelines Update for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care. Discussions will focus on the evidence-based care of adults experiencing an in-hospital cardiac arrest. Learning Outcomes/Objectives: • Identify key changes for pediatric & adult basic cardiovascular life support (BLS). • Identify key updated recommendations for advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS). • Discuss the major evidence-based interventions for an adult in-hospital cardiac arrest.
This session will take you on an entertaining journey from nursing's unlikely beginnings, through a century of stunning growth and into a future beyond imagining. It's a bumpy road that will evoke smiles, cheers, and much-needed personal self-reflection. Leading our way is the prophetic wisdom from the spunkiest nurse of all--Florence Nightingale. Learning Outcomes/Objectives: • Discuss Florence Nightingale’s contributions to nursing as a profession. • Trace the development of nursing as a profession through the history of nursing. • List 3 barriers to personal fulfillment in your nursing practice and write a realistic intervention to help overcome each barrier.
