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05:00pm - 06:00pm EDT - September 23, 2018

Sunday
05:00pm - 06:00pm EDT - September 23, 2018 | Room: Rhythms Ballroom II-III
Credits Available:
1.00 CH

This session focuses on assessing and managing the peritoneal dialysis patient across the lifespan and disease continuum. Special considerations for patients with diabetes, decreased residual renal function, and obesity as well as potential infectious and noninfectious complications are discussed.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information


Contact hours available until 4/17/2021.


Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures: Elizabeth St. John – Employee, Fresenius Kidney Care

Speaker Disclosure: Rhonda Duggan – Employee, Fresenius Medical Care Renal Therapies Group; Speaker, Alexion Pharmaceuticals

There are no other disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:

No commercial support or sponsorship declared.

Accreditation Statement:

American Nephrology Nurses Association – Provider is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Learning Outcome:

Nephrology nurses will outline the appropriate assessments and management of patients on peritoneal dialysis with a goal of preserving the peritoneal membrane as long as possible.


Sunday
05:00pm - 06:00pm EDT - September 23, 2018 | Room: Waterbury Ballroom
Credits Available:
1.00 CH

This session addresses work practices that contribute to staff fatigue and the impact of burnout on patient safety and quality of care. Strategies to reduce staff fatigue/burnout are also shared.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information


Contact hours available until 4/17/2021.


Requirements for Successful Completion:

Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures: Elizabeth St. John – Employee, Fresenius Kidney Care

There are no other disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:

No commercial support or sponsorship declared.

Accreditation Statement:

American Nephrology Nurses Association – Provider is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Learning Outcome:

Nurse managers will state an increased ability to address staff fatigue and burnout and implement techniques to manage these issues on the unit.


Sunday

Review the risk factors, clinical presentation, treatment options, and prognosis for children and adults with focal segmental glomerulosclerosis.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information


Contact hours available until 4/17/2021.


Requirements for Successful Completion:

Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures: Elizabeth St. John – Employee, Fresenius Kidney Care

There are no other disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:

No commercial support or sponsorship declared.

Accreditation Statement:

American Nephrology Nurses Association – Provider is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Learning Outcome:

Nephrology nurses will state the assessment and management of post-transplant patients who develop recurrent focal segmental glomerulosclerosis.


Sunday
05:00pm - 06:00pm EDT - September 23, 2018 | Room: Borgne
Credits Available:
1.00 CH

Learn more about the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS), how the instrument measures patient perceptions of care, and the implications for reimbursement of patient care.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information


Contact hours available until 9/24/2020.

Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures: Elizabeth St. John – Employee, Fresenius Kidney Care

There are no other disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:

No commercial support or sponsorship declared.

Accreditation Statement:

American Nephrology Nurses Association – Provider is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Learning Outcome:
Nephrology nurses will describe Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers (HCAHPS) measures, the impact on patient care, and ways to improve their own participation.


08:30am - 10:00am EDT - September 24, 2018

Monday
08:30am - 10:00am EDT - September 24, 2018 | Room: Napoleon Ballroom A1-B3
Credits Available:
1.50 CH | 0.50 Rx

This session outlines the etiology, pathology, and therapeutic approaches to managing proteinurea in pediatric and adult patients.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information


Contact hours available until 9/24/2020.


Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures: Elizabeth St. John – Employee, Fresenius Kidney Care

There are no other disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.

Accreditation Statement:
American Nephrology Nurses Association – Provider is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Learning Outcome:

Nephrology nurses will describe the assessment for proteinuria, discuss differential diagnosis, and determine a plan of care.


Monday
08:30am - 10:00am EDT - September 24, 2018 | Room: Rhythms Ballroom II-III
Credits Available:
1.50 CH | 1.50 Rx

This session provides an overview of the organisms that commonly cause peritonitis as well as treatment options and patient education resources for pediatric and adult patients.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information


Contact hours available until 4/17/2021.


Requirements for Successful Completion:

Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures: Elizabeth St. John – Employee, Fresenius Kidney Care

Speaker Disclosure: Rhonda Duggan – Employee, Fresenius Medical Care Renal Therapies Group; Speaker, Alexion Pharmaceuticals

There are no other disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:

No commercial support or sponsorship declared.

Accreditation Statement:
American Nephrology Nurses Association – Provider is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Learning Outcome:

Nephrology nurses will describe a plan of action to prevent, educate, and treat peritonitis.


Monday
08:30am - 10:00am EDT - September 24, 2018 | Room: Waterbury Ballroom
Credits Available:
1.50 CH | 1.50 Rx

What should you do if you suspect a colleague is impaired? This session provides tips for recognizing impairment and managing a staff member suspected of drug diversion, including how to support the colleague and the professional team throughout the process.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information


Contact hours available until 4/17/2021.


Requirements for Successful Completion:

Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures: Elizabeth St. John – Employee, Fresenius Kidney Care

There are no other disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:

No commercial support or sponsorship declared.

Accreditation Statement:
American Nephrology Nurses Association – Provider is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Learning Outcome:
Nephrology nurse managers will state an ability to create a plan to manage an employee with suspected drug diversion issues while supporting that colleague and the team.


Monday

Gain insight into the relationship-based care model, including care principles, implementation, benefits, professional boundary issues, and potential ethical dilemmas.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information

Contact hours available until 9/24/2020.


Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures: Elizabeth St. John – Employee, Fresenius Kidney Care

There are no other disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:

No commercial support or sponsorship declared.

Accreditation Statement:

American Nephrology Nurses Association – Provider is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Learning Outcome:

Nephrology nurses will describe relationship-based care and how to build that type of relationship.