This package includes 14 contact hours (which expire on 10/25/2022).
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This presentation provides a definition of evidence-based practice as well as the steps that a nurse should take in the process according to Melnyk and Fineout-Overholt. The results of several EBP projects are used to dispel several nursing myths/traditional nursing practices in the areas of wound care, IV therapy, positioning, care of urinary catheters, use of oxygen, and hygienic care.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/25/22.
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:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or corporate sponsorship was received.
Accreditation Statement:
This session is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN).
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 Nurses, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to discuss the definition of evidence-based practice by exploring the results of several EBP projects to dispel nursing myths related to wound care, IV therapy, positioning, care of urinary catheters, use of oxygen, and hygienic care.
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This session explores the current practice of how elevated hemoglobin A1C values are handled in the elective joint population and develop a means for ensuring patient education and continued follow-up in the community setting.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/25/22.
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:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or corporate sponsorship was received.
Accreditation Statement:
This session is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN).
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 Nurses, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to evaluate current practice of how elevated hemoglobin A1C values are handled in the elective joint population to develop a means for ensuring patient education and continued follow-up in the community setting.
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Acute respiratory distress syndrome is most commonly seen with patients in the ICU, but many times it is med-surg nurses who see the signs and can advocate to get patients the care they need right away. This session discusses ARDS signs and symptoms for patients and the role that med-surg nurses play in care for patients with this syndrome, especially during this heightened time of COVID-19.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/25/22.
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:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or corporate sponsorship was received.
Accreditation Statement:
This session is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN).
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 Nurses, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to describe the signs and symptoms of ARDS for patients and the role that med-surg nurses play in care for patients with this syndrome.
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With the health care arena constantly evolving, it is imperative for nurses to work as leaders to ensure quality in patient care and professional practice. This session explores strategies that will enhance nurses' activism capacity.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/25/22.
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:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or corporate sponsorship was received.
Accreditation Statement:
This session is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN).
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 Nurses, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to explore the value of the nurse as an activist and why this role is so critical in the health care practice arena.
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Lateral violence has been shown to have a significant impact on retention, nursing engagement, and patient safety. This session explores how in addressing the issue of lateral violence, nurses can create a better practice arena for themselves and colleagues and ensure a safer and kinder health care workplace.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/25/22.
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:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or corporate sponsorship was received.
Accreditation Statement:
This session is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN).
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 Nurses, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to discuss the issue of lateral violence and its impact on the health care practice arena.
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Commitment to and satisfaction with jobs are two aspects of the overall experience that contribute to engagement in the general workplace. This session explores the importance that staff satisfaction plays in the med-surg practice arena and ways in which engagement contribute toward creating a healthy and productive professional team.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/25/22.
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:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or corporate sponsorship was received.
Accreditation Statement:
This session is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN).
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 Nurses, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to discuss the vital role that staff satisfaction and employee engagement hold in ensuring a positive contribution to the med-surg nursing experience.
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Social media can be a wonderful tool, but there are potential pitfalls and dangers associated with this technology. Learn tips for what should and should not be posted on social media, ramifications of sharing inappropriate information, and ways to make social media more productive and beneficial.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/25/22.
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:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or corporate sponsorship was received.
Accreditation Statement:
This session is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN).
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 Nurses, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to more effectively use social media for both personal and professional use while avoiding pitfalls that could cause professional trouble.
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The medical-surgical patient is often at risk for acute kidney failure as well as chronic kidney disease. We begin with the risk factors and the lab values of importance: Cr, BUN, and GFR. The focus is then about planning care for patients experiencing AKF or CKD.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/25/22.
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:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or corporate sponsorship was received.
Accreditation Statement:
This session is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN).
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 Nurses, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to state an increased ability to determine patients at risk for acute kidney injury as well as to plan care effectively for patients with a medical-surgical issue who also have CKD.
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Explore one institution’s development of an updated care delivery model using budgeted allocated resources to optimize patient safety, patient satisfaction, and staff engagement.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/25/22.
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:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or corporate sponsorship was received.
Accreditation Statement:
This session is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN).
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 Nurses, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to identify steps involved in producing an evidence-based practice initiative within a nursing unit.
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This presentation describes the challenges related to the appropriate diagnosis of infections in medical-surgical patients.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/25/22.
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:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or corporate sponsorship was received.
Accreditation Statement:
This session is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN).
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 Nurses, Provider Number CEP 5387.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be able to identify many strategies directed at improving antimicrobial practices to improve patient outcomes.