The APRN specialty certification in gerontology – the APRN gerontological specialist-certified (GS-C) – distinguishes APRNs who possess expert knowledge, experience, and skill in managing the complex needs of older adults. This session focuses on reviewing material covered on the certification examination. Teaching strategies include presentations, case studies, and interactive discussion based on the 12 proficiencies for the APRN gerontological specialist.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2025.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing the Gerontological Specialist Certification Exam Review Workshop, the participant will be able to apply knowledge related to proficiencies for the APRN gerontological specialist in preparation for the APRN specialty certification in gerontology examination.
This workshop addresses current treatment protocols for mental health disorders and COVID-19 in the older adult population. Discussion includes available and effective treatment options, the mechanism of action, potential advantages and disadvantages to treatment protocols, and application of pharmacological principles into clinical decision-making.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to identify available and effective treatment options and apply pharmacological principles into clinical decision-making.
Seating is limited.
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Sponsored by Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Dr. Quinn describes using messaging perspectives to persuade decision-makers about full practice authority for advanced practice registered nurses. Focusing on the needs of patients and families, Dr. Quinn describes using a free market case for conservative audiences and a health equity perspective for liberal decision-makers.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to focus on the patient first in their messaging and framing the full practice authority issue for two different audiences.
The ability to be flexible and adaptive is necessary to function and operate in a practice environment with increasing demands and changing priorities. This session explores strategies for developing resiliency to decrease stress and increase personal and environmental well-being across practice settings.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
Maria Shirey, PhD, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, ANEF, FACHE, FNAP, FAAN, discloses that she serves as editor-in-chief, Journal for Healthcare Quality, for the National Association for Healthcare Quality.
There are no other disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to define the concept of resiliency and how to apply resiliency strategies to enhance personal and environmental well-being across practice settings.
This session addresses the evaluation and management of pulmonary hypertension as a unique disease state in the older adult population. Discussion includes the difference between pulmonary arterial hypertension and pulmonary hypertension from secondary causes, appropriate diagnostic tests to work up pulmonary hypertension, and the principles of pharmacologic treatment of pulmonary hypertension and associated challenges.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to describe the management of pulmonary hypertension as a unique disease state in the older adult population.
This session addresses how nurse practitioners are uniquely positioned to identify a systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) response, coordinate appropriate care, and improve outcomes.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to identify the effect of aging on the immune response and criteria for SIRS response, including distinguishing infectious vs. non-infectious origins of SIRS.
This session discusses the impact on social isolation and loneliness created by the CMS-mandated nursing home closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to describe the impact of social isolation and loneliness on psychological health of long-term care residents.
This session addresses the issues related to post-COVID older adult patients, including the theoretical pathophysiology, symptoms, and latest research in symptom management.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to discuss the theoretical pathophysiology of post-COVID syndrome and discuss the latest research in symptom management of patients with post-COVID syndrome.
This session discusses signs and symptoms of acute gastrointestinal diseases in the older adult and appropriate treatment therapies according to guidelines.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to identify signs and symptoms of acute gastrointestinal diseases in the older adults and describe appropriate treatment therapies according to guidelines.
This session discusses older adult patients who need to be screened for fitness to drive, how to coach patients in planning for the time they can no longer drive safely, and the performing of office-based screening and evaluation for driving safety. This presentation also includes discussion of best practices for conducting difficult conversations with patients and their caregivers about driving alternatives and safety.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to identify older adult patients who need to be screened for fitness to drive.
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is associated with increased morbidity and mortality in the elderly population (≥65 years of age). This session discusses the stages of ARDS, the development of an evidence-based treatment for ARDS, and ways to prevent ARDS in older adult patients.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to identify the stages of ARDS and an evidence-based treatment plan for ARDS.
This session reviews current evidence that suggests a reduced risk for cognitive decline when specific interventions related to the six key areas are embraced. Creating individualized brain health care plans utilizing state-of-the-science strategies is the session’s learning objective.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to create individualized brain health care plans using state-of-the-science strategies.
Social determinants of health (SDH) have a significant impact on the health and well-being of older adults. This session uses engaging techniques to integrate SDH learning activities into clinical practice and academic curriculum.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
Sara McCumber, DNP, APRN, CNP, CNS, discloses that she received HRSA ANEW grant funding for curriculum development.
Amanda Peacock, DNP, AGPCNP-C, discloses that she received funding through HRSA ANEW grant for development of her simulation.
There are no other disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to discuss the impact of social determinants of health on patient care and demonstrate activities to integrate SDOH into academic and clinical settings.
This session discusses the importance of the APRN in advocacy, including steps for preparation, methods of communication with legislators, and ways to advocate as an individual and as an organization.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to define health policy and advocacy and describe the APRN role in health policy and advocacy.
This session addresses issues related to fluids and electrolytes in the older adult patient.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to identify common issues related to fluids and electrolytes in the treatment of the older adult patient.
This session discusses updates to the clinical guidelines for managing atrial fibrillation in older adult patients, from primary to acute care. Focus includes the growing incidence and importance of atrial fibrillation in the population; pharmacologic options for management, including the use of anticoagulation for stroke prevention; and non-pharmacologic options for treating atrial fibrillation.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to discuss updates to the management of atrial fibrillation, including pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic options for treatment.
This session discusses typical and atypical presentations and treatments for common movement disorders in the older adult patient.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to describe typical and atypical presentations and treatments for common movement disorders.
For nurse practitioners to learn what matters, they need to understand the complexities of having different conversations with older adults. Members of the GAPNA Hospice and Palliative Care Special Interest Group present cases across the continuum of healthcare to illustrate how NPs conduct these conversations. Cases illustrate how resources from the Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse Association and the Center to Advance Palliative Care contribute to evidence-based practice.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to identify evidence-based resources to guide goals of care (GOC) conversations and list one way to improve communication with older adults and their families.
This session explores the issues and negative effects related to weight-biased attitudes on older adult patients in the acute care setting.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to describe the impact of weight-biased attitudes on patients in the acute care setting.
This session discusses the management of older adults with HIV, including the impact of HIV on the aging process and the common medical comorbidities in older adults living with HIV.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to describe the impact of HIV on aging and the common medical comorbidities in older adults living with HIV.
Preparing for a Pandemic: Two Perspectives: NP Toolkit for Practicing in PA/LTC During Disasters and Infectious Disease Outbreaks
Presented by Patrick Luib, MSN, APRN-BC
This part of the session discusses an NP toolkit that offers APNs the information and resources needed for practicing in post-acute and long-term care settings during disasters and infectious disease outbreaks.
Preparing for a Pandemic: Disaster Preparedness for Vulnerable Older Adults: Are You Ready to Be Informed, Build a Kit, and Make a Plan?
Presented by J. Michelle Moccia, DNP, ANP-BC, GS-C
This part of the session discusses the development of a disaster preparedness program for the community through cross-sector planning among public health, aging services, emergency management and response, social services, community organizations, home health care, and local hospitals.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcomes:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to identify resources needed for practicing in post-acute and long-term care settings during disasters and infectious disease outbreaks.
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to ready their community for a potential disaster with attention to the vulnerable older adult population and those with disabilities.
This session examines sexual health issues in older adults, including myths about sexuality in the aging population; changes expected to occur as we age and the barriers/challenges these changes present to sexual health; and the impact of disease processes, medications, and environment on the sexual health of older adults.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to identify myths about sexuality in the aging population and identify ways to assess and promote the sexual health of older adults.
Several projects are presented outlining the creative work APNs are doing to advance the care of older adults.
Project 1: Perceived Effectiveness of Nursing Faculty of Clinical Video Simulation for Use in Nurse Practitioner Education presented by Laurie Kennedy-Malone, PhD, GNP-BC, FAANP, FGSA
Project 2: Highlights from the 8th Edition of the Gerontology Resources for APRN Preceptors and Students Toolkit presented by Melissa Kramps, DNP, GNP-BC, NP-C
Project 3: Academic Needs Assessment: Examining Post-Licensure Nursing Students Perceived Assessment and Reporting Elder Abuse Knowledge presented by Sally Mahmoud, DNP, MSN/MPH, RN, CNE
Project 4: Implementation of an Age-Friendly Health System MinuteClinic DNP Fellowship presented by Holly Kouts, MSN, MBA, FNP and Heba Aldossary, PhDc, MSN, BN (Hons), RN
Project 5: Quality of Care in Nursing Homes: A Consensus Report of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine presented by Gregory Alexander, PhD, RN, FAAN, FACMI, FIAHSI
Project 6: Thinking Outside the Classroom: Development of an Interactive Pressure Injury Prevention Fair Notably of Older Adults Risk for Undergraduate and Graduate Nursing Students presented by Autumn Henson, DNP, APRN, GNP-BC, WCC
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
Gregory Alexander, PhD, RN, FAAN, FACMI, FIAHSI, discloses that he serves as a research principal investigator for the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.
There are no other disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to identify the key findings of each presentation and discuss the limitations and implications for future practice.
This session explores issues related to dementia in the older adult population.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
Michelle Panlilio, DNP, GNP, discloses that she serves as a consultant for Biogen Biotechnical Company and Eisai Pharmaceutical Company.
There are no other disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to discuss issues related to dementia in the older adult population.
This session provides NPs with a brief overview of diabetes management including diet, exercise, and medications. Additionally, options used to aid in the management of diabetes are reviewed.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to identify at least three evidence-based ways to provide safe and effective patient-centered care for older adults with diabetes.
Join your colleagues during this special luncheon as awards are presented to the 2020 GAPNA Excellence, Foundation, and Research Award recipients. The incoming members of the Board of Directors will be introduced.
Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) may present in several different forms and mimic other diagnoses. This session explores recognizing HIT in several different scenarios and initiating management strategies.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to identify the different types and presentation of HIT as well as appropriate treatment strategies.
Using a case-based approach, this talk provides an overview of the risks and challenges of polypharmacy in the older adult, along with practical applications for addressing this issue.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
Shantha Franks, DNP, RN, APN, GNP-BC, NP-C, discloses that she serves as a subject matter expert for nurse practitioner test bank on McGraw-Hill’s digital platform, Access APN.
Margaret Huryk, DNP, APN-C, discloses that she serves as a subject matter expert for the ECHO project on dementia for the Joint Commission.
There are no other disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to describe the scope and impact of polypharmacy for older adults and describe evidence-based approaches to assist in de-prescribing.
This session explores APRNs knowledge of their role in addressing social isolation (SI) and loneliness in older adults as a social determinant of health (SDOH).
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
Tamatha Arms, DNP, PhD, NP-C, PMHNP-BC, discloses that she received compensation for presenting for Pesi.
Sara McCumber, DNP, APRN, CNP, CNS, discloses that she received HRSA ANEW grant funding for curriculum development.
There are no other disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to differentiate between social isolation and loneliness and evaluate the APRN role in recognizing social isolation and loneliness as a social determinant of health.
Care refusals are one of the most frustrating behaviors exhibited by older adults living with dementia. This session provides empirically tested strategies to prevent and manage care refusals, plus methods for educating family caregivers.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 9/17/2024.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speaker Disclosures:
Rita Jablonski, PhD, CRNP, FGSA, FAAN, discloses that she is the owner of DementiaCentric Solutions, LLC.
There are no other disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA).
Anthony J Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to describe differences between true refusal and refusals based on fear and list three ways to prevent and manage care refusal behavior.