Central Virginia Spring Chapter Program

Join us for a complimentary educational event this spring, where you can network with colleagues, earn 3.0 CE contact hours  and learn more about PCNA. Hosted by the Central Virginia Chapter.

PCNA members and non-members are welcome to register and attend. Please share this with colleagues and friends.

This event is sponsored by Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals.

Agenda

10:00 am      Introduction and Welcome
10:15 am       Peripheral Arterial Disease (1.0 CE)
11:15 am        Non-CE presentation by Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals (non-CE)
12:15 pm       Brunch
12:45 pm      Pulmonary Embolism (1.0 CE)
1:45 pm        Coffee and Tea Station
2:00 pm       Screening for Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation: Identifying the Undiagnosed Patient (1.0 CE)
3:00 pm       Closing Remarks

Presentation Topics

Peripheral Arterial Disease (1.0 CE)

Learning Objectives

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Pulmonary Embolism (1.0 CE)

Learning Objectives

• Coming Soon

Screening for Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation: Identifying the Undiagnosed Patient (1.0 CE)

Learning Objectives

• Review prevalence and common risk factors associated with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF).
• Describe typical signs and symptoms of NVAF and how to assess for them during a clinical encounter.
• Discuss the importance of pulse taking and follow up ECG to screen high risk patients for NVAF.
• Using case examples, illustrate how to initiate NVAF treatment, provide follow-up and collaboration across the continuum of care to ensure optimal patient outcomes.