Description

This comprehensive review of nephrology nursing, including concepts of nephrology and treatment modalities, is ideal for those interested in becoming certified in nephrology nursing. Not ready to take the certification exam, but want to broaden your knowledge base? This workshop provides a valuable knowledge base for all nephrology nurses.

Contact hours available until 5/4/18.

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:
• Denise Murcek – Employee, Fresenius Medical Care
• Dawn Koonkongsatian – Employee, Fresenius Medical Care
• Melissa Nesmith-Vester – Employee, Aegerion
• Elizabeth St. John - Employee, Fresenius Medical Care
• Kyra Trappett – Employee, DaVita
• Kimberly Waugh – Employee, Fresenius Medical Care

There are no other disclosures to declare.

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

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

ANNA is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, provider number CEP 00910.

Objectives:
• Describe the flow dynamics that allow removal of waste, excess water, and electrolytes.
• Explain the anatomy and function of the nephron.
• Discuss how the renin-angiotensin systems affects blood pressure.

Speaker(s):

• Lynda K. Ball, MSN, RN, CNN