Nursing Continuing Professional Development
Fall 2022
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Sepsis Update for Primary Care
Event Planner: Anna-Marie Wellins, DNP, M.Ed., ANP-C
Presenter: Alyson Kornahrens, DNP, FNP-C, ENP-C, AGACNP
Stony Brook University, School of Nursing
Date: Tuesday, September 13, 2022
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST
Virtual via Zoom Webinar
Description: The early diagnosis of sepsis is paramount to optimizing patient outcomes and reducing sepsis related mortality. In this presentation, the role of the outpatient provider in early recognition of sepsis will be discussed, as well as the role of the inpatient provider in treating the septic patient. Timely and expedited management will be outlined.
Objectives:
1.) Outline importance of early recognition and treatment for sepsis
2.) Identify risk factors and diagnostic criteria for sepsis
3.) Describe the 1 hour sepsis bundle
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Lone Star Ticks and Alpha Gal IGE Allergy
Event Planner: Anna-Marie Wellins, DNP, M.Ed., ANP-C
Presenter: Anna-Marie Wellins, DNP, M.Ed., ANP-C
Stony Brook University, School of Nursing
Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2022
Time: 12:00 PM -1:00 PM EST
Virtual via Zoom Webinar
Description:Tick borne diseases have become a public health crisis in endemic areas of the US. As lone star ticks are on the rise, exposure to these tick bites are associated with a delayed allergic reaction to mammalian meat due to development of antibodies to Galactose-alpha-1, 3-galactose or commonly known as alpha gal. It is important for health care providers to identify, diagnose, and manage patients with this allergy and to prevent further tick exposure.
Objectives:
1.) Describe signs, symptoms and diagnosis for the alpha gal IGE meat allergy transmitted by
the lone star tick.
2.) Outline the pathophysiologic process of antigen IgE exposure from Lone Star ticks and corresponding allergic reaction
3.) Describe treatment and management for patients with alpha gal IGE meat allergy.
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Disrupting Implicit Bias
Event Planner: Anna-Marie Wellins, DNP, M.Ed., ANP-C
Presenter: Judi Brown Clarke, Ph.D
Stony Brook University, School of Nursing
Date: Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST
Virtual via Zoom Webinar
Description: Implicit biases are attitudes or stereotypes that unconsciously affect our actions, decisions, and understanding. Implicit biases can manifest in the criminal justice system, workplace, school setting, and in the healthcare system. This may range from categories of race, gender, and sexuality. These biases often arise as a result of trying to find patterns and navigate the overwhelming stimuli in this very complicated world. Culture, media, and upbringing can also contribute to the development of such biases. Research reveals effective interventions to reduce these biases.
Objectives:
1.) Describe implicit bias and their possible consequences.
2.) List examples of implicit bias to include stereotypes and microaggressions.
3.) Describe self awareness reflection and strategies to reduce bias.
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Cancer Survivorship: Challenges in Primary Care
Event Planner: Anna-Marie Wellins, DNP, M.Ed., ANP-C
Presenter: Sylvia Wood, Ph.D, DNP, ANP-BC, AOCNP
Stony Brook University, School of Nursing
Date: Monday, October 17, 2022
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST
Virtual via Zoom Webinar
Description: There are more than 15 million US adults with a history of cancer who need high quality survivorship care. Medical provider uncertainty and cancer survivorship knowledge gaps continue to persist. Challenges exist in the transition of patients from oncology to primary care for continued life-sustaining cancer survivorship care. It is important for primary care providers to recognize common oncologic emergencies. In order to improve outcomes, proper transition and coordination of care are needed for all cancer survivors.
Objectives:
1.) Describe the importance of transition and integration of care for cancer survivors between oncology and primary care services.
2.) Identify common oncologic emergencies in primary care
3.) Describe primary care roles and challenges in the coordination of care for cancer survivors.
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Babesiosis: Diagnosis and Management
Event Planner: Anna-Marie Wellins, DNP, M.Ed., ANP-C
Presenter: Jorge Benach,Ph.D
Stony Brook University, School of Nursing
Date: Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST
Virtual via Zoom Webinar
Description: Babesiosis, a tick borne disease, has become an increasing public health challenge in endemic areas of the US. It is important for health care professionals to be aware of the clinical manifestations of babesiosis, and recommended practices for diagnosis and treatment. It is also important to educate the public on signs of disease and how to mitigate exposure.
Objectives:
1.) Describe babesiosis transmission and risk factors .
2.) Outline pathophysiology and common symptoms of clinical and subclinical babesiosis
3.) Describe diagnosis, treatment and prevention for babesiosis.
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Diagnosis and Management
Event Planner: Anna-Marie Wellins, DNP, M.Ed., ANP-C
Presenter: Lenore Lamanna, Ed.D, ANP-C
Stony Brook University, School of Nursing
Date: Tuesday, November 15, 2022
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST
Virtual via Zoom Webinar
Description: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a disorder of the large intestines causing abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea and/or constipation. The cause of irritable bowel syndrome is not well understood. A diagnosis is often made based on symptoms. Management encompasses medication, diet modifications, lifestyle changes, and stress reduction.
Objectives:
1.) Describe etiology and risk factors for patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
2.) Identify common signs and symptoms in patients with IBS
3.) Outline treatment and management guidelines for IBS including the FODMAP diet.
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