CS-11
Monday, May 20, 2013
9:45 am - 10:45am
NURSING'S FUTURE IN JACKHAMMER ESOPHOGAS
1.00 Contact Hour
Novice Level, Ambulatory/Associate/Disease/Research Study Content
Mazer Ally, MDYen-Ju Chen, MSN, RN, CGRN
What are the clinical characteristics and nursing management of patients with Jackhammer esophagus? As the growing number of motility nurses, it is important to understand this rare and unique motility disorder in order to improve the quality of nursing care for these patients. A retrospective review of a database of 302 patients who underwent high resolution manometry (HRM) shows some interesting findings.
CS-64
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
HOW CLEVER IS WIRELESS MOTILITY CAPSULE?
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Ambulatory/Associate/Disease/Emerging Technology/Research Study Content
Jason Baker, MS
Wireless motility capsules (WMC) assess gastrointestinal (GI) motility disorders. They are non-digestible devices that records pH, temperature, and intraluminal pressure profiles of the GI tract. WMC intricately measures gastric emptying time, small bowel transit time, colon transit time, and whole gut transit. WMC has been studied against other motility studies for validity. WMC obtains a plethora of GI motility information in single non-invasive diagnostic examination. This technology has the ability to influence clinical management without ordering additional motility testing.
CS-12
Monday, May 20, 2013
9:45 am - 11:45 am
WRITING FOR PUBLICATION WORKSHOP
2.00 Contact Hours
Novice/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Other Content
Kathy A. Baker, PhD, RN, ACNS-BC, FAAN
This presentation by the Gastroenterology Nursing Editor will discuss the "how-to" of writing for publication including tips for increasing the success of being published. Gastroenterology nurse authors and members of the editorial board will be present to talk one-on-one with workshop attendees. Participants complete the workshop with the beginnings of a published manuscript.
CS-49
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
10:15 am - 12:15 pm
ADVANCED AUTHOR AND REVIEWER WORKSHOP
2.00 Contact Hours
All Levels, Other Content
Kathy A. Baker, PhD, RN, ACNS-BC, FAAN
This workshop, facilitated by the Gastroenterology Nursing Editor and Editorial Board, will offer experienced authors and manuscript reviewers (or those who want to be) insight into what a reviewer looks for in a quality manuscript. The reviewer perspective of how to critique a manuscript will assist experienced manuscript reviewers to refine their review skills as well as promote more successful outcomes for authors submitting manuscripts for peer review.
CS-65
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
UPDATE ON THE SGNA FELLOWS AND SCHOLARS PROGRAMS: STORIES OF SUCCESS
1.00 Contact Hour
Novice/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Other Content
Kathy A. Baker, PhD, RN, ACNS-BC, FAAN
This presentation will describe the SGNA Scholars and Fellows Programs including progress and outcomes to date.
OS-17
Saturday, May 18, 2013
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
LIVER LOGIC
3.75 Contact Hours
Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Disease Content
Barb Bancroft, MSN, RN, PNP
This session discusses the physiology and pathology of the liver. Drugs, diseases, and clinical assessment will be covered.
CS-21
Monday, May 20, 2013
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
LESSONS LEARNED, PITFALLS AND SUCCESSES FROM THE "BOWEL PREP GIRLS"
1.00 Contact Hour
Novice/Advanced Beginner Levels, Research Study Content
Donna Barnes, BSN, RN, CGRN Cheri Coleman, BSN, RN Judy Corliss, BSN, RN, CGRN
Three participants in the SGNA Evidence-based Fellowship selected bowel preps as their topics. This session will focus on an overview of their projects, progress, struggles, and lessons learned. The IRB process and Boston Bowel Prep Scale will be covered as parts of the projects. This will be a relaxed but informative session on beginning an evidence-based project to improve care.
OS-20
Saturday, May 18, 2013
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASES: CCFA UPDATE ON MEDICATIONS, SURGERY, AND RESOURCES
3.75 Contact Hours
All Levels, Disease Content
Haley BaughIsabelle Lynch, MBA, BSN, RN Stephanie SmithTheodoros Voloyiannis, MDLaura Wingate
This session will discuss the surgical options and advances in surgery for patients with ulcerative colitis and Crohn disease. There will be a review of the laparoscopic and robotic benefits as well as potential postoperative complications. In addition, the attendee will have an understanding of the recommended follow up of patients after an ileoanal pouch as well as postoperative recommendations to prevent Crohn disease recurrence after a surgical resection. Incorporation of the IBD quality of care guidelines will be discussed.
GS-01
Sunday, May 19, 2013
1:25 pm - 2:40 pm
BEST FOOT FORWARD
1.25 Contact Hours
All Levels, Ambulatory/Other Content
Josh Bleill, Indianapolis Colts Community Spokesperson, United States Marine
While serving in Iraq, Corporal Josh Bleill was severely injured, resulting in the loss of both of his legs. After extensive rehabilitation, Bleill returned to Indiana in August of 2008, where he attacked his new life head-on. This new life included employment as the Indianapolis Colts Community Spokesperson. Bleill's presentation discusses the importance of overcoming life's obstacles, while also highlighting the life-saving treatment he received from countless doctors and nurses along his road to recovery.
CS-84
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
8:15 am - 9:15 am
UPDATES IN NON-ALCOHOLIC FATTY LIVER DISEASE
1.00 Contact Hour
Novice/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Ambulatory/Disease/Management Content
Judith A. Bloom, MSN, BS, ANP- BCKathleen E. Corey, MPH, MD
This session will provide attendees with an introduction to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). It will include a discussion of the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and disease management.
CS-57
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
CONSCIOUS SEDATION IN ENDOSCOPY: PROMOTING SAFETY AND QUALITY OUTCOMES
1.50 Contact Hours
Proficient/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Ambulatory/Infection Prevention/Procedure Skills/Pulmonary/Other Content
Shannon Bright Smith, DN, PRN, ACNS-BC, CGRN
Course content includes essentials of safe nursing practice in patient evaluation, procedure preparation, administration of conscious sedation, and monitoring patients receiving conscious sedation during endoscopic procedures. Current evidence-based practices will be discussed, as well as guideline recommendations. The course will explore complications of conscious sedation and appropriate interventions to avoid complications while affecting positive patient outcomes. Nursing role in the management of complications will also be reviewed. Participants will have small group case study interaction.
OS-10
Saturday, May 18, 2013
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
NUTS AND BOLTS FOR GI MANAGERS
7.50 Contact Hours
All Levels, Ambulatory/Infection Prevention/Management/Procedure Skills/Office Content
Jan Brooks, BSN, RN, CGRNLea Anne Myers, BSN, BSBA, RN, CGRNNancy Schlossberg, BA, BSN, RN, CGRNCindy Taylor, MSA, BSN, RN, CGRN
Whether you are new to being a Nurse Manager or an "old hat" at this job, we welcome you to the "Nuts and Bolts for GI Managers" workshop. We will provide you with a variety of topics that are designed just for you. Included are infection control, benchmarking, developing skills fairs, competencies, quality assurance tools, CMS accreditation, reimbursement, and more. Networking with other managers is a bonus benefit.
CS-59
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
TESTING THE EFFECTS OF CONCENTRATED WHEAT BRAN CEREAL CONSUMPTION IN A SAMPLE OF INDIVIDUALS WITH CROHN DISEASE
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Disease/Research Study/Other Content
Carol Brotherton, PhD, MSN. RN
This session presents findings from a randomized, controlled trial of a high cereal fiber diet in a sample of individuals with active Crohn disease. Rationale for the intervention is explained by discussing macroscopic effects of cereal fiber on stool formation and microscopic effects of cereal fiber on intestinal epithelial cells and gut microbiota. The history of outdated yet persistent low fiber recommendations is included, and the relevance of equipping gastrointestinal nurses with important dietary fiber information is stressed.
CS-06
Monday, May 20, 2013
9:45 am - 10:45 am
LET'S GET TECHNICAL
1.00 Contact Hour
Novice/Advanced Beginner Levels, Associate/Procedure Skills Content
Jamie Brown, AGTSCyndy Di Venti
This presentation will briefly discuss the role and essential technical skills needed to become a proficient gastroenterology technician. As we take a journey through the digestive tract, we will have you join in for a technical hands-on demonstration of basic accessories used during diagnostic and therapeutic gastroenterology procedures.
CS-54
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
TECHNICIANS STEPPING IT UP TO COMPLEX PROCEDURES
1.50 Contact Hours
All Levels, Associate/Emerging Technology/Procedure Skills Content
Jamie Brown, AGTSMaureen Cain, BS, RN, CGRNTodd Glazier
The role of the therapeutic endoscopy technician will be discussed: how do you get into this role, and how do you maintain skills and competencies? Come learn some tips to keep with this evolving environment of endoscopy. Therapeutic procedures are never alike, just as our patients are all unique. This presentation will help you to understand why each case has new challenges. This presentation will be overview into the following areas: endoscopic ultrasound, cholangioscopy in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), and other complex cases.
CS-68
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
IMPROVING AND UNDERSTANDING REFLUX TESTING (pH STUDIES) WITH CASE PRESENTATIONS
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Procedure Skills Content
Sandy Brubaker, BS, MT, ASCPLinda Knight, BSN, RN
This session will provide a brief overview of gastroesophageal reflux followed by case presentations. Case presentations will allow the discussion of indications for performing the procedure, understanding the waveform patterns, trouble-shooting, and methods to improve each study with better patient tolerance, annotation of symptom events, and utilizing new technology with impedance and laryngopharyngeal probes (LPR). Interaction and questions will be encouraged.
CS-33
Monday, May 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
THE ROLE OF ENDOSCOPY IN LIVER TRANSPLANT PATIENTS
1.00 Contact Hour
Novice/Proficient/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Disease/Procedure Skills Content
Kathy Buffington, BSN, RN, CGRNTammy Hogue, MS, BSN, RN, CGRN
This session will discuss the role of endoscopy in liver transplant patients encompassing pre-transplant work up through post transplant surveillance. Indications for endoscopic procedures as well as requirements for liver transplantation will be discussed.
CS-47
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
10:15 am - 11:15 am
RECOGNIZING GASTROINTESTINAL PROBLEMS IN CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH AUTISM: STRATEGIES TO CREATE A POSITIVE ENVIRONMENT WITHIN THE ENDOSCOPY SUITE
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Ambulatory/Disease/Management/Pediatric Content
Timothy Buie, MDPatricia Lally, BSN, RN, CGRN
This session will include a discussion of the clinical presentation of individuals with autism and gastrointestinal problems including problem behaviors. We will discuss our methods of caring for this population in the endoscopy suite. We will describe an autism care plan established at our hospital to promote best practice by physicians and nurses.
CS-48
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
10:15 am - 11:15 am
AFTER BRONCHOSCOPY, THEN WHAT (FOR THE PATIENT)?
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Disease/Management/Pulmonary Content
Harold D. Cain, MD, FCCP
This presentation will offer clinical pulmonary case vignettes involving bronchoscopy including presentation of chest xray and CT scan images, endoscopic photos, pathology slides, brief disease/management discussion, and post-therapy follow up imaging studies. Normal and pathologic anatomy/physiology will also be briefly discussed in the context of the case discussion.
CS-31
Monday, May 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
ARE YOUR PATIENTS REALLY SAFE IN ENDOSCOPY?
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Ambulatory/Associate/Infection Prevention/Procedure Skills/Other Content
Maureen Cain, BS, RN, CGRNPatricia Clark, MSN, RN, CGRN
Providing safety for the endoscopy patient is a responsibility for all members of the team. This includes the nurse, technician, scope processor, and assistants, as well as the endoscopist. We will follow the patient from admission to discharge, and identify critical safety requirements per Joint Commission and CMS. We will review potential safety breaches including: patient confidentiality, correct patient/procedure identification, fall risk assessment, infection control processes, procedural and specimen pauses, patient handoffs, drug diversion and communication breakdown.
CS-56
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
QUALITY IN COLONOSCOPY
1.50 Contact Hours
Proficient/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Ambulatory/Disease Content
Emily J. Campbell, MPH
James M. Richter, MD
Colonoscopy is now both a diagnostic procedure and the cornerstone of a national strategy for the early detection of colon cancer. Understanding attributes of quality colonoscopy is therefore critical for the sophisticated endoscopy nurse. This presentation will discuss the roles of nursing and support staff in providing a quality colonoscopy experience from the perspective of multiple customers; as well as the role of endoscopy centers in the public health initiative to reduce mortality from colorectal cancer.
CS-55
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
FECAL BACTERIOTHERAPY: PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE-THE JOURNEY CONTINUES
1.50 Contact Hours
Competent Level, Disease/Emerging Technology Content
Robert Campbell, RNJill M. Eversole, MSN, RN, CNOR
We will discuss fecal bacteriotherapy, from its start as an essential therapy in the fight against c-difficile to now, the wave of institutions using fecal bacteriotherapy, and the use of fecal bacteriotherapy for treating of other disease processes in the future
CS-22
Monday, May 20, 2013
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
CHILD'S PLAY: PEDIATRIC THERAPEUTIC ENDOSCOPY
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Pediatric Content
Linda Cary, BSN, RN
I will be presenting descriptions of therapeutic procedures used in children at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. I will also be presenting case studies, including the use of needleknife for esophageal strictures, pediatric endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), and control of bleeding.
OS-05
Friday, May 17, 2013
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
AIMING HIGHER ... CREATING A BRIGHTER TOMORROW WITH pH BEST PRACTICES
3.75 Contact Hours
Novice, Advanced Beginner, Competent Levels, Procedure Skills, Disease, Emerging Technology Content
Rebecca Chandler, BSN, RN, CGRNEllen Fern, BSN, RNJanet R. King, BSN, RN, CGRN
This session will address the use of pH testing as a tool to effectively diagnose and document abnormal esophageal acid exposure. We will discuss the importance of testing on or off medications, and review how the test can be individualized for the patients particular symptoms. We will review catheter based testing, Bravo wireless pH testing, and Impedance pH testing. Finally, we will review Restech airway reflux testing, and how this newer testing is being used.
OS-08
Friday, May 17, 2013
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
IGNITE YOUR POTENTIAL TO UNDER-STANDING NORMAL ESOPHAGEAL MOTILITY AND ABNORMAL MANOMETRY FINDINGS
3.75 Contact Hours
Novice/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Disease/Procedure Skills Content
Rebecca Chandler, BSN, RN, CGRNEllen Fern, BSN, RNJanet R. King, BSN, RN, CGRN
This session will provide hands on experience in the motility room setting. Contents will include reviewing the anatomy and physiology of swallowing and the swallowing process. Motility disorders will be analyzed. Normal and abnormal waveforms will be reviewed. A live demonstration of an esophageal motility procedure using high resolution manometry will be presented. There will be three stations that will include ergonomic setup of the equipment, nursing assesment of the patient, and trouble shooting difficult patient exams.
CS-35
Monday, May 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
HOW TO FIRE UP AN INTERGENE-RATIONAL GI NURSE WORKFORCE TO TRANSITION TO AN ELECTRONIC NURSE RECORD
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Emerging Technology Content
Lynn Collier, BSN, RNMarjorie Voltero, BSN, RN, CGRN
There are many challenges to the successful implementation of an electronic medical record. Session presenters will discuss the methods and techniques incorporated throughout nurse education and program development that will lead to a successful and positive outcome. We will share techniques used to effectively manage differences in learning styles and considerations for our intergenerational nurse workforce.
CS-50
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
AIMING HIGH! THE FIRST YEAR OF THE SGNA FELLOWSHIP
1.50 Contact Hours
Novice/Advanced Beginner Levels, Research Study Content
Beverly Collins, MSN, RN, FNP, CGRN Nancy Denton, BSN, RN, CGRN Jane Harman, BSN, RN, CGRN Cecelia Pezdek, MSHA, BS, ADN, CGRN Kimberly Rademacher, BSN, RN, CGRN
This session will share the excitement the 2012 SGNA fellows have gone through their first year, from application to presenting at the 2013 annual course. The fellows will share their journey on various evidence-based practice (EBP) projects in a variety of practice settings. We will discuss such topics as: how to select your project, how to write a PICO question, the difference between an EBP project and research, critiquing research articles, selecting your team, and keeping your focus by developing a workable time-line.
OS-01
Friday, May 17, 2013
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
TRAIN THE TRAINER: THE NURSE MANAGER'S GUIDE TO THE REPROCESSING COMPETENCY
7.50 Contact Hours
All Levels, Associate/Infection Prevention/Management Content
James Collins, BS, RN, CNORMichelle E. Day, MSN, RN, CGRNMichelle Gregory, LPN, CGNJoan Metze, BSN, RN
The steps for reprocessing flexible gastrointestinal endoscopes, as outlined by SGNA, will be thoroughly examined. You will have the opportunity to practice your skills during the hands-on session and under the guidance of our knowledgeable trainers. Tips on how to develop, manage and deliver the reprocessing competency also will be discussed.
GS-03
Monday, May 20, 2013
8:00 am - 9:30 am
HCAHPS TITLE TBD
1.50 Contact Hours
All Levels, Content TBD
Karen Cook, RN
Session description not available at time of print; please vist http://www.sgna.org for updates.
OS-03
Friday, May 17, 2013
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
THE EMPIRIC, ENDOSCOPIC, AND SURGICAL MANAGEMENT OF BARRETT'S ESOPHAGUS
7.50 Contact Hours
All Levels, Emerging Technology/Procedure Skills Content
Rhonda DelCampo, RN, CGRNKimberly Quinn, MSN, RN, ANP, CCRN, ACNP-CAda Turner, BSN, RN, CGRNKimberly F. Venturella, RN, CGRNIngrid K. Watkins, MSN, FNP-BC, CGRN
This session will provide the gastroenterology nurse and associate the cutting-edge knowledge needed in order to efficiently assist with the management of Barretts esophagus. The content of the course will consist of pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of Barretts esophagus which includes empirical, endoscopic, and surgical management. Furthermore, the audience will become familiar with the gastrointestinal (GI) nurse' and associate's responsibilities during endoscopic management with the help of several hands-on stations highlighting the latest endoscopic procedures seen on the GI unit.
CS-13
Monday, May 20, 2013
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
"WE AIM TO FREEZE": LIQUID NITROGEN CRYOABLATION IN THE TREATMENT OF BARRETT'S ESOPHAGUS
1.00 Contact Hour
Proficient/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Disease/Procedure Skills Content
Rhonda DelCampo, RN, CGRN
Considered the newest approach in the treatment of Barrett's esophagus, cryoablation is an organ-sparing endoscopic large-area ablation therapy. We will review anatomy/physiology, disease process, risk factors of Barrett's esophagus and esophageal cancer, and other ablative therapies. Case studies will be presented utilizing cryoablation therapy. Nursing considerations for the patient undergoing cryoablation therpy will be discussed.
CS-41
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
7:00 am - 7:50 am
THE SPIRIT OF AFRICA: GI NURSES OF SUDAN
0.75 Contact Hour
Novice/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Disease/Infection Prevention/Management/Procedure Skills/Research Study/Other Content
Debbie Den Boer, BSN, RNAgnes Gaber, MSN, RN, ANP-BC, CGRN
This lecture will give an overview of the Sudanese Association of Gastroenterology Nurses (SAGEN) and their initiative to strive for excellence in nursing care. The enthusiasm of the Sudanese nurses, the high standards of their educational programs, and working with limited resources while encountering patients with uncommon diseases is an example to all. Through sharing SGNA publications and materials, but most of all ourselves, a tight bond has been formed because we all have a common goal: safe, effective, quality patient care in the endoscopy unit.
OS-18
Saturday, May 18, 2013
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
ENDOSCOPIC ULTRASOUND: AIMING FOR IMPROVED DIAGNOSIS AND DIRECTED THERAPY
Novice/Advanced Beginner Levels, Emerging Technology/Procedure Skills Content
Teri Derimanoczy, MSN, FNP-BC, CGRNJudy P. Lindsay, MA, BSN, RN, CCRN, CGRN
The demand for improved diagnosis and directed therapy provided by endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is rapidly growing. Are you prepared to meet the EUS challenge? Join us to learn from our seven years of experience and leave with plenty of tools and tips to help you successfully conquer the EUS challenge! Topics include: role of EUS, staff training, equipment inventory, anatomy, characteristics and staging lesions, benefits of an EUS program, hands-on practice with needles, balloon application, and slide preparation.
CS-16
Monday, May 20, 2013
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
EBUS: ENDOSCOPIC ULTRASOUND
1.00 Contact Hour
Advanced Beginner Level, Pulmonary Content
Teri Derimanoczy, MSN, FNP-BC, CGRN
As the demand grows for the the need to diagnose and stage bronchial tumors, the emergence of endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) has found a new home in our gastrointestinal units. This lecture will provide you with valuable tips on how to start and promote an EBUS program. You will learn anatomy and tips on how to promote this valuable procedure This session will include anatomy landmarks, room logistics, fine needle aspiration (FNA techniques), and balloon application.
OS-12
Saturday, May 18, 2013
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
ANORECTAL MANOMETRY AND BIOFEEDBACK: UNDERSTANDING YOUR PATIENT WHO IS HAVING PROBLEMS WITH CONSTIPATION OR FECAL INCONTINENCE
3.75 Contact Hours
Competent Level, Ambulatory/Procedure Skills Content
Donna Dickinson, RN, CGRN, Clin II BSR Meghan Markowski, DPT, WCS, BCB-PMD
Anorectal manometry and pelvic floor physical therapy including biofeedback will be discussed in depth along with a review of the anatomy and physiology of defecation and associated clinical diagnoses of constipation and fecal incontinence.
CS-46
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
10:15 am - 11:15 am
AIMING HIGHER TO EXCEPTIONAL REPROCESSING IN YOUR ENDOSCOPY SETTING
1.00 Contact Hour
Novice/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Ambulatory/Associate/Infection Prevention/Management Content
Kate Donovan, PhDc, BS, AGTSLisa Heard, BSN, RN, CPN, CGRN
Transmission of pathogens in endoscopy has been associated with breaches in reprocessing standards of practice. Establishing and carrying out a quality assurance (QA) program in high level disinfection of endoscopes can improve performance and compliance with practice guidelines. This session will review current guidelines and practices for endoscopic reprocessing and steps to develop and maintain an effective quality assurance (QA) program. Examples of a successful QA program will be presented and discussed.
CS-44
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
10:15 am - 11:15 am
PDT AND CHOLANGIOCARCINOMA, GI NURSING CONSIDERATIONS
1.00 Contact Hour
Proficient Level, Ambulatory/Disease/Emerging Technology/Procedure Skills Content
Elise Dorr-Dorynek, BSN, RN, CRRN, CGRN
This presentaion on the nursing and technical considerations for the care of the patient undergoing photodynamic therapy for cholangiocarcinoma will provide a detailed description of this emerging treatment. Nursing considerations will be addressed for the patient with cholangiocarcinoma through diagnosis to treatment. An actual clinical case scenario will be presented to clearly illustrate the points discussed.
CS-69
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
TAKING A MECHANISTIC AND EVIDENCE-BASED APPROACH TOWARDS REDUCING RISK ASSOCIATED WITH ENDOSCOPIC PROCESSING
1.00 Contact Hour
Advanced Beginner Level, Ambulatory/Disease/Infection Prevention/Research Study Content
Charles E. Edmiston, Jr., PhD, CIC
The presentation will focus on the importance of appropriate endoscopy reprocessing and the risks associated with failure to applied validated infection control principles in patient care management.
CS-80
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
8:15 am - 9:15 am
INFECTION CONTROL PRACTICES IN AN ERA OF INCREASED ACCOUNTABILITY
Novice Level, Ambulatory/Disease/Infection Prevention Content
Charles E. Edmiston, Jr., PhD, CIC
This session will review the importance of appropriate infection control practices from both a patient care perspective and regulatory oversight.
OS-15
Saturday, May 18, 2013
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
ABCGN ITEM WRITERS WORKSHOP
3.00 Contact Hours
Expert Level, Ambulatory/Disease/Emerging Technology/Infection Prevention/Office/Procedure Skills Content
Nancy Eisemon, MPH, RN, CNS, CGRN
Learn how to write and critique items for the certifcation examination. Participants will be guided through a step-by-step process to develop quality items (questions). Participants must hold an active CGRN certifcation designation to participate in this writing session. (Note: This course is an ABCGN requirement for serving on an Item Development Committee or Board eligibility.)
CS-20
Monday, May 20, 2013
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
UNDERSTANDING THE VALUE AND OPPORTUNITIES OF PROFESSIONAL NURSING CERTIFICATION
1.00 Contact Hour
Competent Level, Ambulatory/Diesase/Emerging Technology/Infection Prevention/Management/Office/Procedure Skills/Research Study Content
Nancy Eisemon, MPH, RN, CNS, CGRN
Learn the benefits of the CGRN certification. This session will discuss the eligibility requirements to take the exam, recertifcation requirments, how the test plan is used in the construction of the exam, how the passing score is set, and options for taking the exam. Test-taking tips will be discussed and attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions.
CS-74
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
7:00 am - 8:00 am
GRAFT-VS-HOST DISEASE: HOW TO STANDARDIZE THE PROCESS TO YIELD THE BEST RESULTS
1.00 Contact Hour
Novice/Advanced Beginner Levels, Ambulatory/Associate/Disease/Emerging Technology/Management/Pediatric/Procedure Skills/Research Study/Other Content
Paula Erickson, BSN, RNCatherine Yows, BSN, RN, CGRN
This lecture will include a basic overview of the pathophysiology of graft-vs-host disease and importance of standardizing the process during endoscopy to yield the best diagnostic information. An overview will be provided of a study conducted to determine the best prep type, location, and number of biopsies needed for specimen collection, descriptive documentation necessary, and collaboration between oncology, pathology, and gastroenterology. Final recommendations will be presented based on study results and best evidence.
CS-10
Monday, May 20
9:45 am - 10:45 am
EUS AND EUS-FNA; WHAT IT IS, WHY IT'S DONE AND ASSISTING WITH THE PROCEDURE
1.00 Contact Hour
Competent Level, Associate/Procedure Skills Content
Richard Erickson, MD, FACP, FACG, AGAF
I will present an overview of the technology and applications of endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and fine needle aspiration (FNA) with a special focus on how to assist with this unique and useful endoscopic procedure.
OS-02
Friday, May 17, 2013
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
MODERATE SEDATION: FOR NON-ANESTHESIA NURSES
7.50 Contact Hours
All Levels, Other Content
M. Ron Eslinger, MA, RN, CRNA, BCH, CMI, FNCH
Nursing personnel manage patients receiving sedative or analgesic medications undergoing invasive diagnostic or therapeutic procedures. Joint Commission standards, ASA classifications, AANA, ASA guidelines, and the SGNA position statement for medication administration, patient monitoring, discharge instruction, family teaching, and patient safety concerns are critical care elements reviewed. This workshop discusses interventions to correct partial and complete airway obstruction, and identifies side effects and contraindications to medications that have the potential to suppress a patients protective reflexes and respirations.
CS-28
Monday, May 20, 2013
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
RECERTIFICATION INFORMATION SESSION
1.00 Contact Hour
Competent Level, Other Content
Shirley Flowers, BSN, RN, CGRNNancy Todd, NP-C, RN-BC, CGRN
The ABCGN Recertification Review Committee will cover qualifications and contact hour requirements for CGRN recertification. Gastrointestinal-specific requirements, submit-per-year option, and online application submission are a few of the topics to be covered along with updates and helpful tips.
CS-30
Monday, May 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
AIMING HIGH WITH A VISION FOR A STATE OF THE ART PEDIATRIC FOCUSED ENDOSCOPY SUITE
1.00 Contact Hour
Proficient/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Ambulatory/Management/Pediatric/Other Content
Marion Freehan, MPA HA, RN, CNOREllen M. Silvius, BSN, RN
The content of this session will cover the critical components involved in the design, construction, and transition of patient care into a pediatric focused endoscopy suite. Topics will include creation of new patient care space, transition of patient care, workfkow modificatons, evolving a core pediatric nurse staffing model, and the role of the Child Life Specialist. Feed-back from our our patient and family satisfaction surveys will be shared.
CS-36
Monday, May 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
APPLYING FOR NURSING CONTACT HOURS
1.00 Contact Hour
Novice/Advanced Beginner Levels, Other Content
Cynthia M. Friis, Med, BSN, RN BC
This session will review the elements of the SGNA approver unit application for contact hours. We will clarify common issues related to each element and discuss how to best complete the approval process.
OS-11
Saturday, May 18, 2013 - Sunday, May 19, 2013
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
GI/ENDOSCOPY NURSING REVIEW COURSE
11.25 Contact Hours
Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Other Content
Peggy Gauthier, MS, BSN, RN, CGRN Theresa Vos, MS, BSN, RN, CGRN Ingrid K. Watkins, MSN, FNP-BC, CGRN
The GI/endoscopy nursing review course will provide an overview of key areas related to GI/endoscopy nursing practice. Additionally, tips on how to prepare for the ABCGN Certification exam will be presented.
CS-07
Monday, May 20, 2013
9:45 am - 10:45 am
THE IMPORTANCE OF SCREENING FOR OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA (OSA) IN THE ENDOSCOPY SUITE
1.00 Contact Hour
Proficient/Advanced Beginner/Expert, Competent Levels, Ambulatory/Disease/Procedure Skills Content
Patricia Gent, MS, BSN, RN, CGRN
Given current trends in population aging and obesity, endoscopic nurses who routinely care for these high-risk populations can anticipate increasingly frequent encounters with OSA. This presentation will review the definition, pathophysiology, risk factors, treatment, and management of patients with OSA. OSA guidelines for best practices will be discussed, as well as the importance of patient education in preventing or minimizing the effects of OSA on overall health and well-being.
CS-83
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
8:15 am - 9:15 am
THE UPS AND DOWNS OF THE ESOPHAGUS
1.00 Contact Hour
Proficient Level, Disease Content
Mary Grealish, MSN, RN, CGRN
This course addresses anatomy and physiology of the esophagus with pathology, and causes of oropharyngeal disorders and dysphagia. Diagnostic procedures and treatments are available for some disorders. Nursing considerations for the care of patients with esophageal disease will also be covered.
CS-79
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
10:15 am - 11:15 am
AIMING FOR REAL-TIME PATHOLOGY: IMPLEMENTING CONFOCAL MICROSCOPY IN THE GI LAB
1.00 Contact Hour
Proficient/Competent/Expert Levels, Emerging Technology Content
David Hambrick, BSN, RN, CGRN
Confocal microscopy is an emerging technology that allows the endoscopist to view tissue at the cellular level during the procedure. This allows for on-the-spot clinical decisions including determining benign versus malignant tissue and checking for clear margins during mucosal resection. See how confocal microscopy can be used in conjunction with standard tissue acquisition techniques to allow for real-time pathology.
CS-18
Monday, May 20, 2013
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
ERCP: WHAT IT'S ALL ABOUT
1.00 Contact Hour
Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Procedure Skills Content
Jane D. Harker, MS, BSN, RN, CGRN
This presentation is designed for registered nurses and gastrointestinal technicians who are new to endoscopy or new to caring for patients who are undergoing endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). It will cover the indications for ERCP, pre and post procedure care, and patient teaching. Additionally, therapeutic interventions that are utilized during ERCP will be discussed and video presentations will be provided for various aspects of the procedure.
OS-07
Friday, May 17, 2013
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
MANAGEMENT/BUSINESS TRAINING FOR THE GI MANAGER
3.75 Contact Hours
Novice/Advanced Beginner Levels, Management Content
Lisa Heard, BSN, RN, CPN, CGRN
This session will focus on the roles and responsibilities faced by managers and supervisors in a changing healthcare environment. Managers and supervisors take the next step to the management position but many may go in with limited experience and business acumen/management knowledge. Join subject-matter experts to further your management and business knowledge and confidence. Content will cover areas such as: setting the priorities, leading an effective meeting, managing the difficult employee, developing an operating budget, creating and analyzing monthly reports for optimization, developing a capital budget, and how to get what you need from the top.
CS-05
Monday, May 20, 2013
9:45 am - 10:45 am
AIM HIGHER: RAISING THE STANDARD IN GI REPROCESSING, A VA NURSE'S JOURNEY
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Ambulatory/Associate/Infection Prevention/Management/Office Content
Ann Herrin, BSN, RN, CGRN
A gastrointestinal (GI) nurse's journey through the challenges of reprocessing at the Veterans Administration, the issues and problems she encountered, the steps to aim higher, and the process to prepare for the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CPSPD) GI scope exam.
CS-09
Monday, May 20, 2013
9:45 am - 10:45 am
CELIAC DISEASE: IS IT JUST ANOTHER ALLERGY?
1.00 Contact Hour
Competent Level, Disease Content
Aleta Himes, RN, CMSRN, CGRN
This presentation will will give the gastrointestinal nurse the knowledge and understanting of the history, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of Celiac disease. This information will assist the patient in providing support, increase knowledge of the disease, and provide a better understanding of treatment including diet and life style changes and the importance of follow up care.
CS-70
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
5:30 pm - 6:30: pm
THE EXPANDING WORLD OF INTERVENTIONAL PULMONOLOGY
1.00 Contact Hour
Competent Level, Disease/Emerging Technology/Procedure Skills/Pulmonary Content
John David Hinze, DO, FCCP, FACP
Enjoy a session dedicated to the emerging world of interventional pulmonology. A vast array of procedures will be covered including laser, stents, and balloons.
OS-23
Sunday, May 19, 2013
7:30 am - 11:30 am
ABDOMINAL PRESSURE DURING COLONOSCOPY: ANSWERS TO ALL YOUR QUESTIONS
3.75 Contact Hours
All Levels, Ambulatory, Associate/Management/Office/Research Study Content
Raymond Hucke, MPH, OTRJames Prechel, GTS, AASara San Miguel, GIACatherine Yows, BSN, CGRN
This session will addrss the theory behind the techniques of applying effective abdominal pressure during colonoscopy. We will also describe and demonstrate 12 techniques that can be used when giving abdominal pressure. Video will be shown that will help the attendee understand what the scope does in the colon during the procedure. We will answer questions as to when, how, where, and why pressure is needed during colonoscopy.
OS-13
Saturday, May 18, 2013
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
THE INTERVENTIONAL PULMONOLOGIST IN THE ENDOSCOPY SUITE: FROM SIMPLE DIAGNOSTIC BRONCHOSCOPY TO RIGID, STENTS, NAVIGATIONAL AND MORE
3.75 Contact Hours
All Levels, Pulmonary/Other Content
Melhelm Imad, MD
This session features an exciting practical review of the pulmonary side of endoscopy from basic to cutting edge techniques with focus on both the technology and the patient. The presentation will address basic to advanced to interventional bronchoscopy procedures, preperation for bronchoscopy, airway management, sedation, and recovery and the impact of bronchoscopy and endoscopy on patients with different pulmonary pathologies. The session includes questions and answers, and interactive sections in a practical relaxed format.
CS-85
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
8:15 am - 9:15 am
LUNG TRANSPLANTATION
1.00 Contact Hour
Proficient/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Disease/Emerging Technology/Management/Procedure Skills/Pulmonary Content
Scott Johnson, MD
This session will discuss indications, techniques, and outcomes of lung transplantation as well as related emerging technologies.
CS-60
Tueday, May 21, 2013
4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
EOSINOPHILIC ESOPHAGITIS: AN EVOLVING DISEASE
1.00 Contact Hour
Competent/Proficient/Expert Levels, Disease/Research Study Content
Jonathan Keshishian, MD
This presentaiton will address evolution of current diagnostic criteria for eosinophilic eosphagitis, endoscopic findings, and various treatment modalities.
CS-34
Monday, May 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
ESOPHAGEAL MOTILITY HIGH RESOLUTION
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Associate/Emerging Technology/Procedure Skills/Other Content
Linda Knight, BSN, RN
High resolution manometry has been advertised as being an eight minute study. This is true but there are more important aspects to this technology. This session will provide an overview of high resolution esophageal manometry including Clouse View (color pressure display) pattern recognition with normal and abnormal examples. The advantages of this technology will be discussed and how they will make the studies easier and more accurate. The new measurement classification (Chicago Classification) will be reviewed as well.
CS-72
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDERS IN PEDIATRICS
1.00 Contact Hour
Competent Level, Disease/Management/Pediatric Content
Kyle Kusek, MD
This session will involve a discussion of the evaluation of pediatric functional bowel disorders. The session will focus on properly evaluating and managing patients with a broad range of gastrointestinal (GI) dysfunction.
OS-25
Sunday, May 19, 2013
7:30 am - 11:30 am
AIM FOR IMPROVED EFFICIENCY, PATIENT SATISFACTION, AND ORGANIZATIONAL AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
3.75 Contact Hour
Competent Level, Management Content
Karen Laing, MA, RN, CGRN
In healthcare, nurses are being asked to do more with less; work more efficiently while delivering safe and effective care, and manage resources to maintain our budget. Increased operational efficiency has been proven to increase patient satisfaction and safety while improving financial performance of the facility. This session will describe the basic tools, provide examples of data capture, show how to use the information to analyze and set objectives for improvement, and demonstrate success and pitfalls by reviewing case studies.
CS-51
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE NEW ANTICOAGULANTS AND ANTIPLATELETS IN GI PATIENTS
Proficient/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Ambulatory/Associate/Manageemnt/Research Study Content
Marc Lapointe, PharmD, BS, BCPS
In this session, we will compare and contrast the new anticoagulants and antiplatelets in terms of indications, side effects, and other clinically relevant information for nurses. FDA labeling approved over the last 3 years will also be reviewed. We will explore the clinical implications and review dosing recommendations associated with perioperative situations and ambulatory care settings. We will compare the relative safety and efficacy of the new anticoagulants and antiplatelets versus warfarin and/or aspirin and present snapshots of landmark study results.
OS-14
Saturday, May 18, 2013
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
ENGAGING YOUR PATIENTS: SUREFIRE STRATEGIES TO RAISE SATISFACTION SCORES, DECREASE MISCOMMU-NICATION AND DRAMATICALLY ENHANCE COMPLIANCE
3.75 Contact Hours
Competent Level, Other Content
Edward Leigh, MA
According to The Joint Commission, effective communication is a cornerstone of patient safety. This high-energy interactive program will empower you with the skills to dramatically improve the quality of interactions with patients and raise your patient satisfaction scores through the roof! The session will cover: what NEVER to say to patients, immediately gaining patient trust, dealing with angry patients, and top tips to educate patients. The powerful techniques presented will significantly enhance the patient experience (and calm your nerves!).
CS-73
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A NURSE-ADMINISTERED PROPOFOL SEDATION PROGRAM; TWO YEAR INITIAL EXPERIENCE
1.00 Contact Hour
Competent Level, Ambulatory/Management/Procedure Skills Content
Scott Letourneau, MD
Like most anesthesiologists, Dr. Letourneau initially resisted the notion that nurses could safely administer propofol for procedural sedation. This position changed over time and with the accumulation of evidence and case history that the practice is indeed safe. This presentation will summarize the development, implementation, and initial two-year experience of a NAPS program for gastrointestinal (GI) sedation at a multispecialty surgery center doing over 3,000 GI endoscopy cases per year.
CS-39
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
7:00 am - 7:50 am
GUT MICROBIOTA AND PROBIOTICS IN GASTROINTESTINAL DISEASE
0.75 Contact Hour
Advanced Beginner Level, Disease/Other Content
Laura E. Matarese, PhD, RD, LDN, FADA, CNSC
The use of probiotics is becoming increasingly popular among health care professions and the lay public. For those suffering with gastrointestinal disorders, the use of probiotics is particularly enticing. This presentation will review the characteristics of probiotics and the scientific evidence supporting the use of probiotics in gastrointestinal disorders
CS-63
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
FATIGUE IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS WITH INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE
1.00 Contact Hours
All Levels, Pediatric/Research Study Content
Margaret McCabe, PhD, RN
Fatigue is a common clinical complaint in children and adolescents with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). During this session, the presenter will discuss the findings from a preliminary study that describes the relationship between hemoglobin, proinflammatory cytokines, disease severity, and behavioral measures of fatigue in children/teens with IBD.
CS-23
Monday, May 20, 2013
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
GI TECHNICIAN PROGRAM
1.00 Contact Hour
Novice/Proficient/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Associate/Management Content
Marie McDuff, MSN, CGRN
This gastrointestinal (GI) technician program will focus on how to set up an efficient and safe program. Individual learning styles, Kolb's experiential learning theory, Benner's novice to expert model, various teaching modalities, team work, guidelines, role delineation, documentation of competency, and timelines will all be explored. The information provided in this program could appeal to someone with an interest in becoming a GI technician or someone interested in setting up a program.
GS-06
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
9:30 am - 10:20 am
BLENDING OUR TALENTS, ORCHESTRATING BETTER OUTCOMES
0.75 Contact Hour
All Levels, Procedure Skills/Other Content
Betty McGinty, MS HAS, BSN, RN, CGRN
There are many similarities between an orchestra/chorus and a professional organization/nursing practice. There are needs for strong leaders/directors and talented participants/professionals in both. Concepts of teamwork and multidisciplinary effort serve to enable the production of a beautiful/positive outcome. SGNA is comprised of talented practitioners who, through blending their individual gifts and sounds, can work in harmony and improve better patient outcomes.
CS-77
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
7:00 am - 8:00 am
WEIGHING YOUR SEDATION SCALES: RASS, POSS, RAMSEY. AN UPDATE ON SEDATION SCALES FOR OPIOID ADMINISTRATION
1.00 Contact Hour
Competent Level, Ambulatory/Other Content
Roberta Miller, BSN, RN, CGRN
The lecture will focus on utilization of the Richmond Agitation Sedation Scale (RASS) and the Pasero Opioid Insuced Sedation Scale (POSS). The scoring of each scale, terms, description, and intervention will be reviewed. A review of the Ramsey Sedation Scale and comparison with the RASS and POSS sedation scoring system will be given. The importance of each scale in assessing, reassessment, and adjustment in the delivery of the sedative will be described.
CS-15
Monday, May 20, 2013
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
SURVIVING A SERIOUS INCIDENT IN THE ENDOSCOPY UNIT
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Ambulatory/Associate/Management/Pediatric/Procedure Skills/Pulmonary Content
Kandace Mohar, BSN, RN, CGRN
This session will walk you through the pitfalls of a serious incident in endoscopy. Attention will be given to regulatory requirements for reporting adverse events nationally and the presenter's experience in her state. The sequence of events that led to this serious incident will be detailed to paint the picture of what happened, how it happened, and why it happened. The presentation will conclude with lessons learned and what hard stops were put into place to prevent this from happening again.
CS-38
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
7:00 pm- 7:50 pm
NURSE ADMINISTERED PROPOFOL SEDATION IN ENDOSCOPY: PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE
0.75 Contact Hour
All Levels, Research Study Content
Kandace Mohar, BSN, RN, CGRNBeth Rivera, BSN, RN, CGRN
This session will focus on nurse administered propofol sedation within the endoscopy suite without the assistance of an anesthesia provider. The content will examine and history of the practice and delve into the present debate over the controversial subject. The presentation will also focus on the topic of computer assisted sedation as a possibility in the near future. A review and critique of current evidence and research will be included.
CS-66
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
AIM HIGHER HEPATITIS C 2013
1.00 Contact Hour
Proficient, Competent Levels, Ambulatory, Procedure Skills, Disease, Infection Prevention, Research Study Content
Kathy Moller, BSN, RN, CGRN
This presentation will discuss Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) hepatitis C virus (HCV) guidelines, history of HCV, HCV disease process, detection labs, current treatment standard of care, antiviral protease inhibitors, endoscopy procedures associated with HCV, current research, and case studies.
CS-14
Monday, May 20, 2013
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
TROUBLESHOOTING AS AN ATTITUDE, NOT AN APTITUDE!
1.00 Contact Hour
Advanced Beginner Level, Procedure Skills, Other Content
Bradley Olsen
Rebecca Siirola, RN, ENPC, PALS, ACLS, TNCC
Many obstacles can prevent smooth flow in the endoscopy lab, from equipment malfunction to patient safety. A 10-step guideline will lead you through the process of troubleshooting. A number of situations will be presented by an experienced endoscopic nurse and technician that demonstrate these guidelines. We intend to leave you believing that you can make troubleshooting an attitude, not an aptitude.
CS-67
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
5:30 pm - 6:30: pm
ENDOSCOPIC MUCOSAL RESECTION
1.00 Contact Hour
Proficient Level, Procedure Skills Content
Jeanine Penberthy, MSN, RN, CGRN
This session will define endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) and the current clinical indications for this procedure. The surgical and endoscopic treatments will be contrasted. Different techniques to accomplish an EMR, such as lift and snare, band and snare, and needle knife removal will be discussed with video clips and photos of each technique. The patient considerations will be covered from pre procedure including assessment and sedation plans. The intraprocedure role of the assistant and monitoring nurse will be covered. The post procedure phase will cover signs and symptoms of complications and the follow-up for results.
CS-81
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
8:15 am - 9:15 am
THE ABC'S OF IMPROVING QUALITY THROUGH BENCHMARKING
1.00 Contact Hour
Competent Level, Ambulatory/Management/Office/Research Study Content
Jeanine Penberthy, MSN, RN, CGRNNancy Schlossberg, BA, BSN, RN, CGRN
Benchmarking is the process of identifying, measuring, understanding, and comparing your own data against data from similar organizations in order to strategically improve your facility's delivery of gastrointestinal (GI)/endoscopy business and clinical care. The most efficient and effective GI/endoscopy units utilize formal benchmarking to improve business operations as well as customer and staff satisfaction. This session defines benchmarking, discusses the importance of benchmarking for GI/endoscopy and examines the role of SGNA and other professional societies in benchmarking.
CS-43
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
10:15 am - 11:15 am
ADHERENCE DURING HEPATITIS C TREATMENT
1.00 Contact Hour
Proficient/Competent/Expert Levels, Ambulatory/Disease/Management/Research Study Content
Frances Phillips, PhD, RN, CNS-BC
Although hepatitis C treatment has moved into the era of direct antiviral medications, adherence still remains paramount to the success of treatment. This presemtation will describe what it means for the patient to be adherent to antiviral treatment medications, rigorous treatment regimens, and the ongoing communication with their health care provider. This presentation will provide insight for the health care provider to optimize patient adherence during HCV antiviral treatment.
GS-05
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
9:05 am - 10:05 am
PUBLIC HEALTH APPROACHES TO COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Disease Content
Marcus G. Plescia, MD, MPH
Featured in this presentation will be discussion of strategies to increase population participation in colorectal cancer screening and assure high quality testing and follow-up.
CS-82
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
8:15 am - 9:15 am
ENDOSCOPIC APPROACH TO TREATING PANCREATIC DISORDERS
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Associate/Disease/Procedure Skills Content
Katie Poindexter, BSN, RN, CGRN
This session will discuss endoscopic modalities in the treatment of pancreatic disorders. Acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis, and tumors of the pancreas as well as the pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, clinical findings, and endoscopic treatment will be reviewed. Endoscopic treatment modalities of discussion will include endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) utilizing sphincterotomy, dilatation, stenting and stone management as well as endoscopic necrosectomy, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) guided cystogastostomy, EUS with fine needle aspiration, pseudocyct management, and celiac plexus block.
GS-07
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
PEG ... AFTER 30 YEARS
1.50 Contact Hour
All Levels, Emerging Technology/Procedure Skills Content
Jeffrey Ponsky, MD
This session will review the development of techniques of percutaneous enteral access and update the current approaches to the method. It will also discuss potential complications and their avoidance.
CS-76
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
7:00 am - 8:00 am
WHAT TUBE SHOULD WE USE?
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Procedure Skills Content
Angie Pound, BA, RN, CGRN
The selection of a feeding tube has short and long term implications for patients and their families. This presentation will compare and contrast the various types of enteral feeding approaches and tubes that are available. Advantages and disadvantages of a variety of tubes will be presented including percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) and post pyloric tubes. Attendees will walk away with enhanced knowledge of feeding tubes knowing that when they reach for a tube, it is the best fit for the patient.
CS-58
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
GASTROINTESTINAL CARCINOID TUMOR AND CARCINOID SYNDROME-WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT?
1.00 Contact Hour
Proficient/Advanced Beginner/Competent/Expert Levels, Disease/Management Content
Janice A. Provenzano, MSN, RN, CGRN
Gastrointestinal carcinoid tumor is a slow growing cancer of neuroendocrine origin. Development of carcinoid syndrome in which the patient experiences symptoms of this complex disease is frightening and can be life threatening to the patient. The procedure nurse must be aware and ready for the potential for carcinoid crisis. The purpose of this presentation is to educate the gastroenterology nurse in the signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment entities of carcinoid tumor, syndrome, and crisis.
CS-17
Monday, May 20, 2013
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
PANCREATIC NEUROENDOCRINE TUMOR AND PANCREATIC ADENOCARCINOMA-WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Disease/Management Content
Janice A. Provenzano, MSN, RN, CGRN
Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors are slow growing tumors. This tumor is upstaged in relevance when one who is iconic in the technology business succumbed to this disease at an early age. Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors are different from adenocarcinoma of the pancreas. Pancreatic adenocarcinoma comprises 85% of all pancreatic tumors, is more aggressive, and is the fourth leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Described are the differences of these two tumor types in terms of symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.
CS-78
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
7:00 am - 8:00 am
ESOPHAGEAL ATRESIA: BABY G, A CASE STUDY
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Ambulatory/Associate/Disease/Pediatric/Procedure Skills Content
Kitty Ratzlaff, MA, BSN, RN, CGRN
This is a case study of a 12-month-old born with esophageal atresia who presented in our endoscopy unit with an esophageal stricture that developed as a result of a surgical repair of an esophageal-tracheal fistula. This presentation will discuss this case and include discussion of esophageal strictures and treatment options, especially as it relates to children.
CS-45
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
10:15 am - 11:15 am
THE SKINNY ON THE ROLE OF ENDOSCOPY IN BARIATRIC SURGERY
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Ambulatory/Disease/Management Content
Patricia Raymond, MD, FACG
So where does endoscopy play a role in todays obesity epidemic? Here we'll discuss esophagogastroduodenoscopy from the pre-operative assessment to post operative troubleshooting, as well as the upcoming new techniques and tools for endoscopic bariatric procedures.
CS-25
Monday, May 20, 2013
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
KISS YOUR HEMORRHOIDS GOODBYE: SURGICAL AND NON-SURGICAL MANAGEMENT OPTIONS
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Ambulatory/Management/Office Content
Patricia Raymond, MD, FACG
There seem to be many options to manage our patients' hemorrhoids: hemorrhoidectomy, banding, sclerotherapy, laser photocoagulation, and topical medications. Which option is the best for your patient? The physiology and management of the bitter end of the gastrointestinal tract will be discussed.
OS-24
Sunday, May 19, 2013
7:30 am - 11:30 am
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HEPATITIS C: A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE FOR THE GI NURSE
3.75 Contact Hours
Novice/Proficient/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Ambulatory/Disease Content
Rhoda Redulla, DNP RN
Follow-up of patients who are on hepatitis C virus (HCV) medication therapy can be complex involving multiple treatment arms. This presentation will cover all aspects of HCV management and discuss nursing responsibilities during all phases of treatment (pre-treatment, on-treatment, and post-treatment). Common concerns of the gastrointestinal (GI) nurse pertaining to treatment diagnostics, patient education, and on-treatment medication monitoring will be covered. This session will be a blended format of lecture and workshop-style delivery.
CS-52
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN GASTROPARESIS
1.50 Contact Hours
Competent Level, Ambulatory/Disease/Management/Office Content
Laur Rentz, RN, CGRNSherry Tarleton, RD, CNSC
This presentaiton will address Improving the quality of life in gastroparesis, paralysis of the stomach. This disease is a symptomatic chronic digestive disorder that can be a very debilitating disease for many patients as symptoms include severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, early satiety, and weight loss. The presenters coordinate the home enteral and parenteral nutrition patients at Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Arizona.
CS-37
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
7:00 am - 7:50 am
MESENTERIC VEIN THROMBOSIS, ISCHEMIC BOWEL AND NECROTIZING FASCIITIS, A CASE STUDY
0.75 Contact Hour
All Levels, Disease Content
Shelley Riddle, MBA, BA, LPN
A case study of a 74-year-old female presenting with mesenteric vein thrombosis that developed into ischemic bowel and progressed to necrotizing fasciitis will be presented. Discussion will include all three disease states and progression of care with this case study.
CS-62
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
INFECTION CONTROL AND THE GI TECHNICIAN
1.00 Contact Hour
Novice/Advanced Beginner Levels, Associate Content
Phyllis Russo, BSN, RN, CGRNLeslie Stewart, BA, RN, CGRN
This presentation is for the new and the experienced endoscopy assistant/technician seeking knowledge to update competency and also prepare for national endoscopy technician certification. With a focus on patient safety and infection control, this program will address role delineation and regulatory standards; knowledge of GI anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology in relation to diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy porcedures; and issues of patient safety with attention to the regulatory demands of a quality infection control program. The value of endoscopy technician certification is discussed.
GS-04
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
8:00 am - 9:00 am
R-E-S-P-E-C-T FIND OUT WHAT IT MEANS TO YOU
1.00 Contact Hour
Competent Level, Ambulatory/Associate/Management/Office Content
Marilyn J. Schaffner, PhD, RN, CGRN
Negative behaviors in healthcare are a threat to patient safety, staff satisfaction, staff productivity, and can lead to turnover. This presentation will provide examples of negative behaviors. The causes and effects of such behavior as well as methods for transforming the culture towards eliminating negative behaviors in you healthcare organization will be discussed.
CS-29
Monday, May 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
LEARN HOW TO WRITE A RESEARCH PROPOSAL
1.00 Contact Hour
Proficient/Competent/Expert Levels, Other Content
Marilee Schmelzer, PhD, RN
This presentaiton will provide practical strategies for planning a rigorous research study and writing a quality research proposal that is ready for submission to an insitutional review board (IRB) or funding agency.
CS-40
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
7:00 am - 7:50 am
AIM HIGHER; CREATE AN ALGORITHM FOR ENDOSCOPIC PERFORATIONS
0.75 Contact Hour
All Levels, Ambulatory/Associate/Emerging Technologies/Pediatric/Procedure Skills Content
Rebecca Siirola, RN, ENPC, PALS, ACLS, TNCC
Endoscopic perforation happens 1 in 1000 procedures, but can be a life threading emergency. This session will review types and reasons for endoscopic perforations. A perforation protocol will be introduced, that when implemented can save time and morbidity to our patients.
OS-04
Saturday, May 18, 2013
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
BARIATRIC SURGERY; WHAT THE GI TEAM MUST
3.75 Contact Hours
Competent Level, Ambulatory/Associate/Disease/Emerging Technology/Management/Office/Procedure Skills/Other Content
Michael A. Snyder, MD, FACS
This presentation will address the why, how, and what of band/sleeve/bypass surgery: what it is, what can go wrong, and the role of gastroenterology care. The relationship between gastrointestinal and bariatric surgery is critically close. By understanding the "why, what, and how" of bariatric surgery and its potential complications and issues, attendees will be better at caring for bariatric patients.
CS-19
Monday, May 20, 2013
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR IN ENDOSCOPY
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Ambulatory/Associate/Management Content
Leslie Stewart, BA, RN, CGRN
The Joint Commission states that disruptive behavior is conduct by a healthcare professional that intimidates others working in the organizatin to the extent that quality and safety are comprimised. This session will analyze underlying patterns and conditions that promote acceptance of inappropriate behavior, recommended methods to manage disruptive behavior, and identification of our role in creating a healthy work place environment.
CS-86
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
8:15 am - 9:15 am
SOCIAL MEDIA USE IN GI PRACTICE: LEGAL RISKS AND TIPS FOR BEST PRACTICE
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Emerging Technology/Other Content
Carol Stock, JD, MN, RN
This session will explore the use and legal risks of social media in gastrointestina (GI) practice. Is your staff trained in the correct parameters of texting, email, Facebook, and Twitter in the workplace? We will review various social media scenarios in GI practice, discuss how to reduce practice liability exposure utilizing social media tools, and suggest helpful tips on how to use social media safely while meeting patient expectations in a 21st century fast paced world.
OS-19
Saturday, May 18, 2013
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
GASTRO 101-ELEMENTS OF THE ALIMENTARY TRACT ASSOCIATES NEED TO KNOW
3.75 Contact Hours
Novice/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Ambulatory/Associate/Disease/Office Content
Diane K. Theisen, BSN, RN
A complete review of the gastrointestinal (GI) system and accessory organs. This is a great overview of the GI tract. We discuss basic anatomy and physiology and then explore common disease processes and how they are treated.
CS-24
Monday, May 20, 2013
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
MANAGING THE BUILDING SYSTEMS OF YOUR AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER
1.00 Contact Hour
Novice/Proficient/Advanced Beginner/Competent Levels, Ambulatory/Management Content
John Trocino, BS, RNS
So, you didn't go to nursing school to learn how to be a building systems manager? State, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and accreditation surveyors are now taking a closer look at building management systems during inspections. This session is designed to educate the nursing administrator on proper maintenance of the ambulatory surgical center's (ASC) heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) system, fire alarm, sprinkler system, egress lighting, emergency power system, fire rated walls, and other National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes necessary to maintain compliance with the various regulatory agencies.
CS-75
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
7:00 am - 8:00 am
JUST A COLONOSCOPY: WHAT COULD GO WRONG?
1.00 Contact Hour
Novice/Advanced Beginner Levels, Procedure Skills/Disease Content
Patricia Trolli, BSN, RN, CGRN
Complications of colonoscopy are uncommon but can be serious and life threatening. This presentation will review complications of colonoscopy ranging from serious to mild. Risk factors such as patient characteristics and co-morbidities, as well as aspects of the procedure itself, will be reviewed. Familiarity with these risk factors can help endoscopy nurses identify complications early and hopefully minimize them.
GS-02
Sunday, May 19, 2013
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
THE NEW CLOSTRIDIUM DIFFICILE
1.50 Contact Hours
All Levels, Ambulatory/Associate/Disease/Infection Prevention/Pediatric/Other Content
Wava Truscott, PhD, MBA
Clostridium difficile infection is recognized as one of the most serious healthcare-associated infections occurring around the world today. Emergence of new strains with increased virulence, sporulation frequency, recurrence episodes, antibiotic resistance and higher mortality. These consequences along with increased patient vulnerabilities, altered healthcare practices, and new reservoirs are all contributing to the aggressive success of this not-so-glamorous superbug. We will discuss the impact of Clostridium difficile, describe its new strains, and recommend best practices for transmission prevention.
CS-26
Monday, May 20, 2013
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
HAVE BUG; WILL TRAVEL
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Ambulatory/Associate/Disease/Infection Prevention/Pediatric/Research Study/Other Content
Wava Truscott, PhD, MBA
This presentation will address the history of healthcare associated infection and the dramatic strides in prevention-until recently. What has changed: pathogens, patients, practices, globalization, staff shortages, and resource constraints? What can we do differently? How is the patient environment a hightened focus now? What about the water? How can you tell if your prevention strategies are effective? What is new from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA), Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA), and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)? How are hospitals, surgi-centers, and home care affected? Presentation answers the questions.
CS-61
Wednesday, May 21, 2013
4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
RADIOFREQUENCY ABLATION: THE POTENTIAL FOR BRIGHTER TOMORROWS IN THE TREATMENT OF BARRETT'S ESOPHAGUS
All Levels, Associate/Technician, Disease/Emerging Technology/Procedure Content
Kimberly F. Venturella, RN, CGRN
This one hour presentation will explain Barrett's esophagus and historical treatment options, focusing on radio frequency ablation (RFA) as a safe and effective treatment for all types of Barrett's tissue. 3.3 million people in the US are at risk of developing esophageal cancer related to reflux, and the incidence is on the rise! Treatments for Barrett's esophagus have had risk and side effects that compromised quality of life. RFA has demonstrated success eradicating metaplasia and decreased risk of developing this type of cancer.
CS-53
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
ADVANCEMENTS IN THE ENDOSCOPIC TREATMENT OF PANCREATIC AND BILIARY ABNORMALITIES
Proficient/Competent/Expert Levels, Disease/Emerging Technology/Procedure Skills Content
Theresa Vos, MS, BSN, RN, CGRN
This will be a video and didactic session addressing "What's New" in the endoscopic treatment of biliary and pancreatic abnormalities. Attendees will get a look at the advancements in endoscopic technology and the role adjunctive therapies play in pancreaticobiliary disease states. What are the lessons we have learned along the way in regards to a multidisciplinary approach when addressing the diagnosis and treatment of biliary and pancreatic abnormalities?
CS-27
Monday, May 20, 2013
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm
THE NEW FRONTIER IN ERCPS ... JOURNEY INTO THE DUCTS
1.00 Contact Hour
Proficient/Competent/Expert Levels, Procedure Skills Content
Rita Walters-Peyton, BSN, RN, CGRN
Wouldn't you want to have a front row seat inside the duct rather than utilizing only fluoroscopy for your endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) procedures? This session will highlight the newest frontier in ERCPs and discuss new technology which provides direct visualization of the biliary, hepatic, and pancreatic ductal systems. You will be shown step-by-step equipment setup, proper handling, and processing of devices. Problem solving techniques will be provided. Video clips inside the duct will be presented along with case study applications.
CS-32
Monday, May 20, 2013
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
DEVELOPING LOCAL EXPERTISE IN SEDATION AT THE ASC: THE WICHITA FALLS EXPERIENCE
1.00 Contact Hour
All Levels, Ambulatory/Associate/Research Study Content
Louis J. Wilson, MD
This course will be aimed at the registered nurse giving moderate sedation in an endoscopy ambulatory surgical center (ASC). Discussion will include: who is appropriate to be seen in an ASC, policies and procedures needed, how to handle emergency situations, what medications are needed in your formulary, and how to store those medications. Propofol, versed, fentanyl, demerol, and other medications will be covered and how we have dealt with the shortages. I will also include benchmarking ideas and data.