Spring 2022 Pharmacology Webinar - 7 pharm CE
Webinar/Online
Friday, April 15, 2022 at 7:30am CT - 5:00pm CT
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Info
Topic
Pharmacological topics for APRNs
Credits Offered
This event offers
7.5 CE credits
to attendees
(7.0 pharmacology)
.
Accreditation Info:
This education activity will be submitted to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners for approval of up to 7.5 contact hours of accredited education..
Additional Information
The Minnesota APRN Coalition is pleased to invite you to attend our
2022 Spring Pharmacology Webinar
IMPORTANT NOTE: This LIVE VIRTUAL STREAM
Attendees choosing the virtual option must attend on conference day. Sessions will NOT be recorded.
Do you need pharmacology CE? This all- day webinar will feature 6 sessions for a total of 7 Pharm CEs.
This conference is designed to enhance the attendee's ability to prescribe and monitor patients on pharmacologic therapy. Topics such as dosing, interactions and other pharmacokinetics will be included.
Speakers have specific expertise on their topic and presentations will incorporate evidence-based information and updated guidelines. Teaching methods will include lecture, case studies and discussion.
This program has been designed to meet the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) requirements for pharm credit, which is accepted by most APRN certifying bodies, including the American College of Midwives. The application is pending.
Participants will earn 7.5 contact hours (7.0 pharm)
Handouts for the presentations will be made available for download approximately 1 week prior to the conference. Participants will receive an email with instructions on how to access the handouts. Virtual attendees will receive an email with instructions on how to log on to the stream.
Registration Refund and Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy - The registration fee, less a $50 dollar administrative charge, is refundable only if the cancellation request is received no later than 5 business days in advance of the conference date. The last day to request cancellation is April 10th.
Requests for cancellation must be requested in writing via email at admin@mnaprnc.org
Registration Refund and Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy - The registration fee, less a $50 dollar administrative charge, is refundable only if the cancellation request is received no later than 5 business days in advance of the conference date. The last day to request cancellation is April 10th.
Requests for cancellation must be requested in writing via email at admin@mnaprnc.org
Event Agenda
Spring 2022 Pharmacology Webinar - 7 pharm CE
Event Agenda
Friday, April 15, 2022 at 7:30am CT - 5:00pm CT
All times listed in
Central Time (US & Canada).
Download event agenda (PDF)
Friday, April 15, 2022
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7:45am - 8:00am
Check-In/Log-in
Log in and check your connection before the conference starts
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8:00am - 8:30am
Welcome and Minnesota APRN Coalition Legislative Update
Brian K. Goodroad, DNP, APRN, CNP, FAANP Minnesota APRN Coalition President
0.5 CE CreditsThis session presents an update on the current legislative activities of the Minnesota APRN Coalition.
Objectives: 1) List two bills the Minnesota APRN Coalition has in the 2022 legislative session, 2) Describe one way to be represented as an APRN in Minnesota health policy activities. -
8:30am - 10:00am
What's new in COVID treatment?
Heather Blue, PharmD
1.5 CE CreditsUpdate on monoclonal antibodies and oral agents used to treat COVID. Will also cover prophylaxis with vaccine updates and Evusheld antibody.
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10:00am - 10:20am
Break
20 minute break
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10:20am - 11:50am
Obesity Management: Where Wellness Begins
Beverly Greenwald, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC
1.5 CE CreditsObesity is a serious medical condition associated with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and other health problems. In spite of national efforts, the obesity epidemic exacerbates, including among children. NPs can assist patients in their weight loss efforts with effective medications and lifestyle support
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11:50am - 12:30pm
Lunch Break
40 minute lunch break
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12:30pm - 1:45pm
Pharmacotherapy for Tobacco Treatment
Amanda Meyer, DNP, APRN, CNP
1.25 CE CreditsThe presentation will focus on first line tobacco treatment options for patients, special population considerations (adolescents, mental health comorbidities, pregnant women), and strategies for combining medications.
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1:45pm - 2:00pm
Break
15 minute break
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2:00pm - 3:15pm
PrEP for HIV Prevention: An Important Tool to Help End the Epidemic
Brian Goodroad, DNP, APRN, CNP, FAANP
1.25 CE CreditsPre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) with either daily oral or long-acting injectable antiretroviral medications is a vital tool in the fight to end the HIV epidemic. Recent treatment guidelines (Dec 2021) are reviewed. Important prescribing considerations are described, recommended testing for drug side-effects, and drug-drug interactions are reviewed.
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3:15pm - 3:25pm
Break
10 minute break
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3:25pm - 4:55pm
Pharmacological Considerations When Using Medical Cannabis
Gretchen Moen, DNP, APRN, PNP
1.5 CE CreditsThis session reviews pharmacological considerations when using the Minnesota Medical Cannabis program including cannabis mechanism of actions, different cannabis products, and important prescribing considerations including drug-drug interactions.
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4:55pm - 5:00pm
Wrap up. Directions for evaluation and post-event Quiz
Post test, evaluations, how to claim credit
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