Depression: is not a one size fits all diagnoses. Depression has many shades varying from atypical depression to seasonal affective. Upon completion of this session participants will be able to identify the signs and symptoms of each type of depression and the aligning treatment option.
Bipolar disorder part I: Upon completion of this session participants should be able to be able to distinguish bipolar disorders from non-bipolar disorders using the Bipolarity Index.
Bipolar disorder part II:Untreated or inappropriately treated bipolar depression adds to the burden of illness and is associated with a greater risk of suicide. Greater consideration must be given to the choice of treatment for different subgroups of patients with bipolar depression, including those with co-morbid anxiety, and substance use disorder. Upon completion of this course participants should be able to describe both pharmacological
and non-pharmacological treatment options for the client with bipolar disorder.
The use of pharmacogenetic testing in the clinical practice setting has the potential to improve the safety and efficacy of drug therapy. Studies have revealed that providers lack knowledge about the topic of pharmacogenetics and are not prepared to implement it in the clinical setting. Upon completion of this session participants should be able to discuss the benefits and limitations of pharmacogenetic testing in clinical practice.
Self-awareness is imperative in forming therapeutic relationships that foster improved clinical outcomes. Upon completion of this session participants should be able to describe the phases of relationship development and and identify the goals of the nurse client-relationship.
.Veterans, military families, and service members with mental health needs continues to increase across civilian and federal healthcare services. Upon completion of this session participants should be able to describe the issues veterans face as they reintegrate into civilian life. Participants should also be able to identify specific demographics that make veterans at an increased risk for suicide.
The psychiatric patient often presents with an array of medical conditions, often complicating their care. There is little information in the literature providing guidance on how to safely and effectively combine treatment for psychiatric client who is also medically compromised. Upon completion of the session the participant should be able to describe potential medication changes in the post gastric bypass client.
Topics:
Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Physiology of Bone Healing
Identify various components of musculoskeletal anatomy.
Explain the mechanism of bone and fracture healing.
Bone Health / Fracture Prevention - Avoiding the Revolving Door of Hospital to Home and Back Again
Prepare an individualized fracture prevention program for each patient discharged to home.
Specialized Nursing Care of the Osteoporotic Patient following a Fragility Fracture
Give examples of assessment tools utilized to diagnose osteoporosis and predict the risk of future fragility fractures.
Devise treatment regimens for fragility fracture patients.
Advances in Trauma Care From the E.D. through Rehab
Develop plans of care for patients that have experienced a variety of traumatic injuries.
Describe techniques used to prevent various types of sports injuries.
Devise treatment regimens for athletes with a variety of sports injuries.
Management of Pediatric Injuries - Avoiding Common Pitfalls
Design care plans for pediatric patients with a variety of injuries.
Degenerative joint disease: Conservative and surgical treatment options
Summarize various conservative and surgical treatment options for patients with degenerative joint disease.
Medical and surgical care of the rheumatoid arthritis patient. Acute and chronic spine issues
Design a plan of care for the rheumatoid arthritis patient.
Distinguish between various acute and chronic spine issues based on typical signs and symptoms.
The 5 Faces of Depression
Identify the different types of depression.
Describe the unique treatment options for each of the depressive types.
Bipolar is More than a Mood Swing- Part I
Describe the steps to screening for bipolar disorder.
Identify issues that may lead to a flawed diagnose in bipolar disorder.
Recognize the co-morbid aspects of bipolar disorder
Bipolar is More than a Mood Swing- Part II
Describe pharmacological treatment for bipolar disorder.
Describe non-pharmacological treatment for bipolar disorder.
Identify the comorbid effects of bipolar.
Identify the challenges in the management of bipolar disorder
Genetic Testing: Fact or Science Fiction
Describe the rational for implementing pharmacogenetic testing in practice.
Identify the barriers to incorporating pharmacogenetic testing into clinical practice.
Interviewing Techniques and Therapeutic Relationships in the the Mental Health Client.
Discuss the importance of self-awareness in the nurse-client relationship
Describe the phases of relationship development in the nurse-client relationship.
Identify the goals of a nurse-client relationship
Risk Factors Military Members and Their Families Face for Mental Health Disorders and Addiction
Describe the three major components that make up military culture.
Summarize the issues that veterans face as they reintegrate into civilian life
Identify the barriers and challenges that may prevent a veteran or service member from seeking mental health or substance abuse treatment
Describe circumferences and specific demographics that increase risk for suicide in Veterans
Psychopharmacology: Prescribing Tips and Tricks in Unique Populations
State how to select psychotropics in patients with complex medical issues
Discuss the challenges of managing a diabetic client who requires atypical antipsychotics
Describe necessary changes in psychotropic medications after gastric by pass.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT NOTE: All conferees, their families, and guests must book their cruise within the CEI meeting group through Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea® at 800-422-0711 or by registering online. This ensures our company can provide conference services and complimentary social amenities to all meeting participants and their guests. Thank you for your cooperation.
Conference Sessions generally take place on days at sea (as itinerary allows), giving you plenty of time to enjoy your meals, evenings and ports of call with your companion, family and friends.
BIAS FREE CME - No Commercial Support was provided for this CME activity.
Orthopaedic Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Advanced Practice Nurse
Maryland and District of Columbia
Consultant / Educator
Clinical Program Coordinator
Rheumatology Division
Children's National Health System (CNHS)
Washington, D.C.
Amy B. Harris, MSN, APN, OCNS-C, has spent the past 30 years working in a variety of orthopaedic settings to include level one trauma hospital in-patient units, ambulatory care settings, a rehabilitation hospital, operating rooms, and in out-patient pediatric orthopaedics and rheumatology. Amy’s roles within these settings have included those of staff nurse, nurse manager, and clinical nurse specialist. She has demonstrated her expertise holding certification as an Orthopaedic Clinical Nurse Specialist.
Her commitment to the National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses (NAON) is evident in her participation as a national congress speaker. She is vice-chair of the test committee for the Orthopaedic Nursing Certification Board (ONCB) and has served as an item-writer for the ONCB’s certification exams. Amy served on NAON's education committee, and she was co-chair of NAON’s first full day APN conference. She is an active member of the Rheumatology Nursing Society (RNS).
Amy has earned distinction as a sought-after presenter on a variety of orthopaedic-related topics. She has shared her insights nationally at conferences co-sponsored by NAON and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
She has also presented orthopaedic certification exam review courses around the country. Amy is well known for her energized teaching style and ability to provide practical information and interesting case studies to health care providers from varied disciplines. Make plans today to attend this educational event in order to learn from Amy’s extensive knowledge and experiences!
Valerie R. Vestal, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Valerie is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. Her nursing career has yielded a variety of experiences extending from Cardiac Critical Care, Nursing Informatics, and Adjunct Clinical Instructor. She has found her home in Psychiatry.
She received both her undergraduate and graduate degree in Nursing from Winston-Salem State University. She also holds a Post Master in Psychiatric Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of South Alabama School of Nursing. She is also a Lieutenant in the United States Navy Reserve and has deployed to both Kuwait and Germany.
She is passionate about uplifting patients who have a negative self-image and have defined themselves by their illness. She has most recently expressed this through her work as a contributing author in the book Goodness Abounds.
Accreditation
Credit Designation for Nurses: Continuiung Education, Inc. designates this continuing nursing education activity for 12 contact hours.
Accredited status does not imply endorsement by Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea® or ANCC of any commercial products displayed or used with an activity.
Credit Designation for Nurses: Continuiung Education, Inc. designates this continuing nursing education activity for 14 contact hours.
Accredited status does not imply endorsement by Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea® or ANCC of any commercial products displayed or used with an activity.
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.
PORTS OF CALL
New Orleans, LA - New Orleans is a city that knows how to have fun. Whether you take time to savor authentic Creole cuisine, browse through quaint antique shops in the French Quarter, or take a tour through historic mansions that date back over a century, you're sure to find dozens of other things to delight you in this happy, high-spirited city that pulses with the beat of Dixieland jazz. And don't forget to take a ride on one of the city's picturesque trolley cars.
At Sea - Cruising - Cruising
Key West, Florida - A distinctly American town with the look and feel of the Caribbean, Key West unlocks myriad attractions. Ride the Conch Train to the famous sights: Ernest Hemingway's home, the Audubon House, and the "Little White House", where President Truman spent many a working vacation. Hop a catamaran to America's only living coral reef to snorkel with dolphins. Or climb into the open cockpit of a World War II biplane for an unforgettable aerial tour of the Keys.
Freeport, Bahamas - Footloose and duty-free, the capital of the Bahamas is a shopper's paradise. Among your choices: the ten-acre International Bazaar and a lively straw market. If shopping's not your bag, stroll the lush Garden of the Groves or snorkel lovely Lucaya waters, where over a million dollars worth of pieces-of-eight were discovered in 1964.
Nassau, Bahamas - The captivating capital of the 700 Bahamian islands. Attractions include forts to explore, coral reefs to snorkel and a fascinating straw market to shop
Carnival Glory
IMPORTANT NOTE: All conferees, their families, and guests must book their cruise within the CEI meeting group through Continuing Education, Inc./University at Sea® at 800-422-0711 or by registering online. This ensures our company can provide conference services and complimentary social amenities to all meeting participants and their guests. Thank you for your cooperation.
Prices below are for the full cruise including meals and evening entertainment
Suite/Deluxe
Grand Suite (GS)
Inside stateroom with twin beds that convert to a king. Every Carnival guest is assured of spacious, comfortable accommodations. All staterooms have carpeting, ample drawer and closet space, private facilities (shower, basin and toilet), telephone and color television showing first-run films. Our ships all feature staterooms above ocean level for a more comfortable cruise.
Junior Suite (J4)
As you step into a Junior Suite aboard Carnival Glory, you can't help but feel that you're stepping into full-size luxury in a smaller package. Featuring a standard-size balcony, in a Carnival Glory Junior Suite you'll find everything else there is to love about a suite, including VIP check-in, a walk-in closet... and even a whirlpool tub for relaxing.
A spacious room, that includes VIP check-in during embarkation Stateroom amenities include a Whirlpool bath.
Balcony Stateroom (8B)
Two twin beds (convert to king). Sofa and coffee table. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. Private balcony with patio chairs and table. Stateroom: 185 sq. ft. Balcony: 35 sq. ft.
Oceanview Stateroom (6B)
Two twin beds (convert to king). Sofa and coffee table. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower. 3 closets. Picture window. Stateroom: 220 sq. ft.
Prices are Per Person, Double Occupancy, Subject to change.
3rd/4th in Stateroom - Call for Pricing
Port Charges, Taxes & Fees $254.25 per person.
Deposit $250.00 per person
Course Fee Cancellation Policy: 30+ days before sailing date - 75% Refund ; 7-29 days before sailing date - 50% Refund; Less than 7 days before sailing date - No Refund
Cruise Cancellation Policy: Cancellation policies vary by cruise line, destination and sailing date. Please check with one of our agents for policies applicable to this cruise.
* COMPETITIVE PRICING PROMISE: While we are not a 'cruise discounter,' we will match any price offered by the cruise line, directly to the general public, at the time of booking. This offers includes many short-term, promotional rates. All cruise line rates can be withdrawn by the cruise line at any time and are capacity controlled.
PRICING SUBJECT TO CHANGE: Although subject to change at any time, the listed prices are generally available up to about 90 days before sailing; at that time they convert to typically higher, market rates. Rates offered directly by the cruise line and quoted by our agents are also subject to change at any time, can be withdrawn at any time and are capacity controlled.
CANCELLATION PENALTY POLICY WILL APPLY: Cancellation policies vary by cruise line, itinerary and length of cruise. When reserving your stateroom, please review the policy applicable to this cruise with our staff. We strongly recommend Travel Insurance to cover the unexpected.
FUEL SUPPLEMENT: Cruiselines may implement a fuel surcharge depending on the price of crude oil.
Chubb Travel Protection Overview
Standard Plan Benefits
Travel Basics
Travel Essentials
Travel Choice
Trip Cancellation
100% of Trip Costs ($100,000 maximum)
100% of Trip Costs ($100,000 maximum)
100% of Trip Costs ($100,000 maximum)
Trip Interruption
100% of Trip Costs ($100,000 maximum)
150% of Trip Costs ($150,000 maximum)
150% of Trip Costs ($150,000 maximum)
Trip Interruption - Return Air Only
$500
$750
$1,000
Trip Delay
$500 ($100 per day)
$750 ($150 per day)
$1,000 ($200 per day)
Missed Connection
NA
$250
$500
Baggage & Personal Effects
$750 ($50 deductible)
$1,000
$2,500
Baggage Delay
$200
$300
$500
Accident & Sickness Medical Expense*
$15,000 ($50 deductible)
$25,000
$50,000
Emergency Evacuation & Repatriation of Remains
$150,000
$500,000
$1,000,000
Accidental Death & Dismemberment
NA
$10,000
$50,000
Assistance Services
Included
Included
Included
Additional Benefits (if purchased within 15 days of Initial Trip Payment; Day 1 is the date the Intial Trip Payment is made)
Pre-Existing Medical Condition Exclusion Waiver
Included
Included
Included
Trip Cancellation/ Interruption due to Financial Default
Included
Included
Included
Accident Sickness Medical Expense
Excess Coverage
Primary Coverage
Primary Coverage
Baggage & Personal Effects
Excess Coverage
Excess Coverage
Primary Coverage
Flight Accident
$25,000
$50,000
NA
Missed Connection
NA
Additional $250
Included in base plan
Optional Benefits (if selected byt the Applicant and required premium is paid)
Medical Coverage Upgrade
Included in base plan
Included in base plan
Additional $50,000
including Emergency Evacuation*
Additional $150,000
Additional $500,000
Included in base plan
Car Rental Collision Coverage
$35,000 ($250 Deductible)
$35,000 ($250 Deductible)
$35,000 ($250 Deductible)
Flight Accident
Amount selected up to $500,000
Amount selected up to $500,000
NA
*Coverage, pricing and availability may vary by state *Additional Benefits change not available for CA, CO, KS, MN, MO, MT, NH, NY, PA, TX or WA residents at this time.
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