Description
What is the gut microbiome? Explore how the gut microbiome is involved in CKD progression and the development of complications. Recent interventions targeting the gut microbiome for therapeutic purposes 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:
• Marijo Johnson – 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 – Provider is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the learner will be able to articulate what gut microbiomes are, how they affect the kidneys, and how that translates into patient care.
Speaker(s):
- Mary
Schira,
PhD, RN, ACNP-BC,
Clinical Associate Professor,
University of Texas at Arlington
Juana Qian
4/17/19 3:47 pm
Nice topic. N&V is common in dialysis patients. Mary explained the reason, the cause of it, she also explained other problems that gut may cause, like depression! Thanks for the nice presentation.