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The Role of the Microbiome in Illness: We Can Change the World!
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Identification: O201
One of the most exciting scientific advances in recent years has been the realization that commensal microorganisms (our microbiome) play key roles in our physiology, including protection against infection, in drug metabolism, vitamin synthesis, nutrition, as well as in response to disease. A surprising finding is that disruption of the homeostasis of the microbiota, known as ‘dysbiosis,’ may be as vital as host genetics in the development of a range of diseases, such as inflammatory bowel disease, obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. This suggests that it may be possible to monitor, prevent, or even cure human disease through regulating the human microbiota. Recent advances in culture-independent microbiome DNA sequencing methods, even in just the last few years, have resulted in an unprecedented growth in our understanding of this vital and dynamic organ. The medical community has put a large emphasis in the eradication of microbial life, and in many cases for good reason. But, perhaps, we should instead consider how to preserve or reestablish a ‘health-promoting’ microbiome during and after critical illness through targeted interventions, such as probiotics, prebiotics, fecal transplants, and or even synthetic ‘stool pills’ to improve outcome in many illnesses This session will introduce the new, exciting, and "sexy" field of the microbiome and how it relates to making up who we are as humans in health and disease.
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Past, Present, and Future of Surgery and the WOC Nurse
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Identification: PP203
The role of the WOC nurse remains as valuable now in the 21st century as it was 50 years ago. The WOC nurse is an important member of the health care team, providing care to patients with wound, ostomy, and continence care needs. Numerous advancements made in the medical and surgical treatments, wound management spanning to entire anatomic regions, and the associated management has transformed how care is delivered. Technology enables complex procedures through single incisions to decrease initial wound burden. Understanding the internal and external wound burden is a vital part of next generation, multidisciplinary wound management. This presentation will focus on how advances in technology, medical and surgical treatments influences WOC nurse practice and new opportunities to expand the role.
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Flaps and Grafts: Before, During and After
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Identification: W200
We will review the indications for surgical closure of complex wounds with flaps and grafts, the peri-operative challenges for the multidisciplinary team, and the role of the clinical nurse specialist in helping to prep and provide post care. Finally, the outcomes of our program will be presented.
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Yoga for Pelvic Health: An Evidence-Based Approach
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Identification: C206
Are you looking for a way to include yoga for pelvic health in your current clinical practice? Learn how to integrate and coordinate the breath and pelvic floor muscles to increase awareness and core strength. Join physical therapist Dustienne Miller in this movement-optional educational session.
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Helping Teens Process the Ostomy Event
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Identification: O205
This session presents a theoretical framework that was developed from a qualitative study with teens (13-18 years of age) examining how teens process the event of having an ostomy. The theory sheds light on how teens process the experience of having an ostomy and how healthcare providers can help the teen move thru the process to get back to their desired “normal” state.
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Building a Team of the Future
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Identification: PP207
This session will describe how nurses can build a multidisciplinary team for wound care, education on wound care, relationship building in the community and research.
I will discuss the process to start and sustain a team of super-star wound care nurses that lead this multidisciplinary wound team. The entire team is encouraged to collect data, problem solve on system wide issues and contribute to teaching medical, nursing, NP/PA students and presenting in the community.
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Wound Abstract Presentations
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Identification: W204
This session will provide an opportunity for you to hear the latest research findings in WOC nursing. Research-based abstracts are selected by a rigorous, two-step peer review process. Clinical investigators will present their findings in a moderated session.
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Small Changes, Better Outcomes: How Small Changes to Pressure Injury Detection Achieved Zero or Near Zero Pressure Injuries
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Identification: S07
Translating risk assessment of early detection technology to clinical practice.
Combating Readmissions with Ileostomy Patients: High Output Pouches Combined with Education and Support
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Identification: S08
Post-operative complications from ostomy surgery is the second leading cause of readmission nationwide. An especially affected population are ileostomates, who are prone to dehydration and skin issues which lead to readmission. This session explores published data presented by a Health Economist on the usage of post-operative education to prevent adverse health events. This data is further explored by case studies combining the usage of a flexible barrier technology in a high output pouch with education and support to prevent complications in the issue-prone ileostomy population.
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Advanced Wound Care Through the TIME Principles
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Identification: S09