Wednesday, April 23
( = 1.5 hrs.)
Examine emerging diagnostic techniques, current treatment modalities and evidence-based nursing care for the most prevalent pediatric blood disorders and cancers in this dynamic Preconference. Case studies will be incorporated throughout to reinforce the clinical application of the information presented. Explore best-practice approaches with experts in the field! |
At the conclusion of this Preconference, participants will be able to: |
- Identify the most common pediatric malignancies and blood disorders and describe their pathophysiology.
- Evaluate current treatment strategies and the risks and benefits of each.
- Describe effective nursing interventions for potential side effects of therapy.
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| 7:00 am |
Preconference Registration • Check-In |
| 8:00 |
The Big Picture: Hematologic and
Oncologic Diseases in Children
Wendy Landier, MSN, RN, CPNP, CPON® |
| 8:30 |
Overview of Treatment Modalities
Kathleen Adlard, MN, RN, CPON® |
| 9:30 |
Refreshment Break |
| 9:45 |
Diagnostic Testing and Clinical Assessment
Karla Wilson, MSN, RN, FNP-C, CPON® |
| 10:30 |
Leukemias in Children
Wendy Landier, MSN, RN, CPNP, CPON® |
| 11:30 |
Questions and Discussion
Faculty Panel |
| 11:45 |
Lunch Break |
| 1:00 pm |
Pediatric Brain Tumors
Karla Wilson, MSN, RN, FNP-C, CPON® |
| 2:00 |
Sickle Cell Anemia
Joetta D. Wallace, MSN, RN, FNPC |
| 2:30 |
Refreshment Break |
| 2:45 |
Bleeding Disorders: Understanding
the Implications
Joetta D. Wallace, MSN, RN, FNPC |
| 3:30 |
Nursing Care of the Child Undergoing
Cancer Treatment
Kathleen Adlard, MN, RN, CPON® |
| 4:15 |
Questions and Discussion
Faculty Panel |
| 4:30 |
Adjourn |
= Pharmacology credit for prescriptive authority.
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Wednesday, April 23
( = 1.5 hrs.)
Explore beyond basic concepts in this exciting Preconference designed for experienced pediatric nurses. This course provides information on pathophysiology, assessment and management of selected disease entities and potential complications encountered in pediatric acute care settings. Challenge yourself to sharpen your skills as you investigate the clinical implications and impact on patient outcomes for these challenging scenarios. |
At the conclusion of this Preconference, participants will be able to: |
- Recognize early signs of patient deterioration related to neurologic and cardiac status.
- Identify three signs indicating that a patient is going into shock.
- Describe the pathophysiology of coagulopathies and DKA.
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| 7:00 am |
Preconference Registration • Check-In |
| 8:00 |
Changes in Neurologic Status:
Danger Signs of Deterioration
Jennifer Cohen, MSN, RN, CNS, CNRN, CCRN |
| 8:45 |
Congenital Heart Disease: Late Causes
of Cardiac Deterioration Post-ICU
Dawn Tucker, MSN, RN, CPNP |
| 9:30 |
Refreshment Break |
| 9:45 |
Trauma Potpourri: Late Onset Complications
Inge Morton, RN, CPN |
| 10:30 |
Pediatric Thrombocytopenias
Dan Jacobson, MSN, RN, PNP |
| 11:15 |
Questions and Discussion
Faculty Panel |
| 11:45 |
Lunch Break |
| 1:00 pm |
Early Recognition and Management
of Pediatric Shock
Inge Morton, RN, CPN |
| 1:45 |
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
James D. Swift, MD |
| 2:30 |
Refreshment Break |
| 2:45 |
Atypical Resuscitation Scenarios
Stephen M. Schexnayder, MD, FAAP |
| 3:30 |
Questions and Discussion
Faculty Panel |
| 4:00 |
Adjourn |
= Pharmacology credit for prescriptive authority.
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