This workshop will center on a hands-on equipment demonstration focusing on basic endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and its accessories. The diagnostic and therapeutic components associated with ERCP will be broken down using a step-by-step approach. The goal of this workshop is to develop (through return demonstration) an understanding of the equipment used and its effect. Demonstrations will include initial cannulation, catheter and guidewire exchanges, guidewire manipulation, plastic stent placement, sphincterotomy, occlusion retrieval balloons, and balloon and catheter dialations.

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We are pleased to present the abstracts from SGNA's 33rd Annual Course, SGNA on a Mission: Exceeding Expectations. The diversity of these topics certainly reflects the richness and breadth of our specialty. In keeping with the tradition of the Annual Course, we hope the following abstracts will encourage discussions for improving nursing practice and patient care outcomes.