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“Glocal” Perspectives on Healthcare: WOC Practice with Diverse Populations

Apr 15, 2020 1:00pm ‐ Apr 15, 2020 2:00pm

Credits: None available.

Session Description:

It is no secret that we live in a global society. Wound, ostomy and continence nurses work in myriad of settings with client populations that reflect global diversity. Healthcare providers and clients alike benefit from care informed by global engagement. This session will review the definitions of global health, speaker’s experiences from different parts of the world, and the concept of “glocal” care (translating global knowledge and understanding at the local level).

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this educational program, the learner should be able to:

  • Apply concepts of global knowledge to address health care needs of individuals at the local level.


This webinar is supported by an educational grant from Smith+Nephew. The WOCN® Society does not endorse specific products and services.


Speaker(s):

Dermostomy: Advanced Dermatological Conditions of the Parastomal Region

Jan 29, 2020 1:00pm ‐ Jan 29, 2020 2:15pm

Credits: None available.

Session Description:

This session will review the more chronic and complex dermatological and medical disease states beyond contact dermatitis, folliculitis and candidiasis. There will be photos of the clinical presentation, review of diagnosis and the parastomal implications. There will be heavy focus on both systemic and local pharmacological treatments. Learn how to manage the stomal and parastomal region and how to co-manage the disease with an interdisciplinary focus for the patients well being.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this educational program, the learner should be able to:

  • The learner will have a greater awareness of advanced parastomal conditions as they relate to chronic disease states, diagnosis and treatment with interdisciplinary management.

This webinar is supported by an educational grant from Hollister Incorporated. The WOCN® Society does not endorse specific products and services.


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Speaker(s):
  • Mrs. Virginia Hanchett, FNP, APRN-BC, DCNP, COCN, CWCN, Program Director and Senior Nurse Practitioner, UR Medicine Ostomy Services, University of Rochester

The Gut Microbiota & Health: A Focus on Linking Intestinal Dysbiosis & Human Disease

Nov 20, 2019 1:00pm ‐ Nov 20, 2019 2:00pm

Credits: None available.

Session Description:

One of the most striking recent advances in science is the discovery that the gut microbiota, the largest microbial community inhabiting our body, fulfills important functions for human health such as protection against infection, nutrition and regulation of our immune system. Therefore, the imbalance in the intestinal microbial community (known as “dysbiosis”) has emerged as a key player in the pathogenesis of a variety of diseases, ranging from cardiovascular disease and cancer to neuropathies and much more. This session will introduce the exciting field of the microbiome and will cover the role of the gut microbiota in promoting human health, how gut dysbiosis occurs, and the clinical implications of gut dysbiosis with focus in hospital acquired infections, inflammatory bowel disease and colon cancer.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this educational program, the learner should be able to:

  • The learner will understand the key role of the gut microbiota in health and disease and how interactions between the host and the microbiome can be modified to improve health and prevent illness.

This webinar is supported by an educational grant from Hollister Incorporated. The WOCN® Society does not endorse specific products and services.

Speaker(s):

Parastomal Hernias: A Surgeon and WOC Nurse Perspective

Oct 16, 2019 12:00pm ‐ Oct 16, 2019 1:00pm

Credits: None available.

Session Description:

Parastomal hernia development is a common complication for a patient with a stoma. This session will review the incidence, clinical presentation, risk factors, workup and surgical and non-surgical treatment of the ostomy patient with a parastomal hernia. The management of the patient with a parastomal hernia is a challenge that should be managed by both a surgeon and a WOC nurse to support the best outcome.

Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this educational program, the learner should be able to:

  • The learner will be able to discuss risk factors, clinical assessment, workup and surgical and non surgical interventions available for the person with a parastomal hernia.

This webinar is supported by an educational grant from Hollister, Incorporated. The WOCN® Society does not endorse specific products and services.

Speaker(s):
  • Janice C. Colwell, APRN, CWOCN, FAAN, Advanced Practice Nurse Ostomy and Wound Care, University of Chicago Medicine
  • Dr. Neil Hyman, MD, Co-director, Center for Digestive Diseases, The University of Chicago Medicine

Convexity: Where Did it Come From and Where are We Now?

Sep 26, 2019 1:00pm ‐ Sep 26, 2019 2:00pm

Credits: None available.

Session Description:

This session will provide the attendee with an historical perspective on the use of convexity in the management of a patient with a stoma. To understand where we are now with product choices, it is important to step back and review the evolution of various shapes of convex pouching systems. We will examine types of convexities including degrees of convex products, location of the convexity and stability (hard soft light rigid) of convexity. Case studies will illustrate the use of convex products in management of the patient with a stoma.

Contact Hours: 0.00

Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this educational program, the learner should be able to:

  • Describe the Inception of Convex Pouching Systems.
  • Discuss the Variety of Convex Management Options.

This webinar is supported by an educational grant from ConvaTec. The WOCN® Society does not endorse specific products and services.

Speaker(s):
  • Janice C. Colwell, APRN, CWOCN, FAAN, Advanced Practice Nurse Ostomy and Wound Care, University of Chicago Medicine

Creative Strategies to Manage Female Urinary Incontinence and Reduce Urinary Catheter Utilization

Sep 18, 2019 1:00pm ‐ Sep 18, 2019 2:00pm

Credits: None available.

Session Description:
This session focuses on alternatives used to disrupt the lifecycle of the indwelling urinary catheter. These management strategies may be utilized to potentially reduce the incidence of catheter associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI) and incontinence associated dermatitis (IAD). Join this webinar to hear review of case studies and lessons learned to aid in keeping your patients safe from harm.

Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this educational program, the learner should be able to:

  • Identify strategies used to interrupt stages of the indwelling urinary catheter lifecycle.
  • Describe an alternative to prevent urinary incontinence associated dermatitis (IAD).

This webinar is supported by an educational grant from Stryker. The WOCN® Society does not endorse specific products and services.


Speaker(s):
  • Carmen Davis, MSN, RN, CCRN, CNS-BC, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Indiana University Health
  • Terrie Beeson, MSN, RN, CCRN, ACNS-BC, Clinical Nurse Specialist, IU Health

Pharmacological Management of the Individual with a High Output Stoma

Aug 28, 2019 1:00pm ‐ Aug 28, 2019 2:00pm

Credits: None available.

Session Description:
Individuals may experience high stomal output for several reasons. This may result in readmission with dehydration and/or kidney injury. Preventing readmission and preserving kidney function in these patients requires accurate I and O recording –of stool and urine. The purpose of this webinar is to provide the clinician with tools to develop plans for pharmacological management to support nutrition and hydration management (discussed in the August 14 Webinar) to aid with output management to prevent dehydration, to prevent kidney injury, and to improve the quality of life for these patients.

Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this educational program, the learner should be able to:

  • Apply step-by-step Pharmacological Interventions to decrease the output from a high output stoma
  • Discuss the risk and benefits of select medications used for management of high stoma output

This webinar is supported by B. Braun Medical. The WOCN® Society does not endorse specific products and services.


Speaker(s):

Nutrition and Hydration Management of the Individual with a High Output Stoma

Aug 14, 2019 1:00pm ‐ Aug 14, 2019 2:00pm

Credits: None available.

Session Description:
Individuals may experience high stomal output for several reasons. This may result in readmission with dehydration and/or kidney injury. Preventing readmission and preserving kidney function in these patients requires accurate recording of daily stool and urine volume. The purpose of this webinar is to provide clinicians with tools to develop individual treatment plans in order to maximize hydration and nutrition absorption, and in so doing, prevent kidney injury and improve quality of life for these patients.

Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this educational program, the learner should be able to:

  1. Identify the potential complications of high stoma output.
  2. Apply step-by-step interventions to maximize both nutrition and hydration status of the individual with high stoma output

This webinar is supported by B. Braun Medical. The WOCN® Society does not endorse specific products and services.


Speaker(s):
  • Mary Arnold Long, DNP, APRN, CRRN, CWOCN-AP, ACNS-BC, Wound, Ostomy, Continence Clinical Nurse Specialist, Relias
  • Ms. Carol Rees Parrish, MS, RD, Nutrition Support Specialist, University of Virginia Health System

Convex Product Choices to Improve Patient Care

Jul 31, 2019 1:00pm ‐ Jul 31, 2019 2:00pm

Credits: None available.

Session Description:
Market research shows there has been an increased use in convex products. This webinar will discuss the what and when of choosing convex product choices to improve patient care. It will also discuss potential risks and contraindications for using convexity.

Contact Hours: 0.00

Learning Objectives: 
Upon successful completion of this educational program, the learner should be able to:

  • Assess need for convexity and understand indications for use 
  • Understand the different convex product options available

Speaker(s):

Guiding Your Professional Future with the Scope and Standards for the WOC Nurse: Practical Application of the 2nd Edition of the Scope and Standards

Apr 17, 2019 12:00pm ‐ Apr 17, 2019 1:00pm

Credits: None available.

Session Description:
This session was originally presented during the WOCN® Society's 50th Annual Conference in Philadelphia, PA, and is now being rebroadcasted due to popular demand and importance of this educational topic. Live Q&A with one of the session presenters will be available at the conclusion of rebroadcast.

This session focuses on care coordination and collaboration by WOC nurses; ethics in WOC nursing, current issues and trends that influence WOC nursing; future considerations and challenges for WOC nursing; and standards of WOC nursing practice and professional performance based on the American Nurses Association Standards of Nursing Practice.

This session was originally presented by members of the WOC Scope and Standards Task Force during the WOCN® Society's 50th Annual Conference. These WOC nurse experts intrigued attendees with vignettes and practical application hints on how to enhance your professional practice by embracing the scope and fulfilling the standards.

Learning Objectives: 

  • Upon successful completion of this educational program, the learner will be able to apply the new scope and standards to every day practice situations. 


Speaker(s):
  • Ms. Kathleen Lawrence, MSN, RN, CWOCN, Clinical Specialist Program Director WOC Nursing Care, VNA and Hospice of the Southwest Region, VNA and Hospice of the Southwest Region

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