Join Jane Linderbaum MS, ARNP, FACC in this hypertrophic cardiomyopathy course. This presentation focuses first on identifying the signs, symptoms, and diagnostic criteria for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, which can be challenging to diagnose, including the initial tests and diagnostic criteria that can be used to rule out other similar, conditions and diseases. Ms. Linderbaum goes on…

Dr. Colleen McIlvennan provides a compelling presentation on the new and emerging treatment for persons with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) and heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). This presentation includes an overview of the current guidelines for managing heart failure and a description of the evidence for the four pillars of…

Colleen McIlvennan, an Associate Professor and lead Nurse Practitioner in the Advanced Heart Failure program at the University of Colorado, connects information sharing, shared decision-making, and patient activation as they related to patient engagement.

This CE session provides an overview of the assessment and management of hospitalized patients with heart failure, as well as the parameters to assess for clinical readiness to discharge home. Lisa Rathman explains the importance of a team-based approach to discharge and overcoming challenges in preventing re-hospitalization.