
Greater Cincinnati Spring Chapter Program
Join us for a complimentary educational event this spring, where you can network with colleagues, earn CE contact hours, and learn more about PCNA. Hosted by the Greater Cincinnati Chapter.
PCNA members and non-members are welcome to register and attend this free event. Please share this with colleagues and friends.
Program supported by Bristol Myers Squibb/Pfizer Alliance.
Agenda
8:00 AM | Registration and Breakfast |
8:30 AM | Introductions |
8:45 AM | Cardiac Diagnostics: Using Data to Assess Risk, Diagnose, and Treat CVD |
9:45 AM | Break |
10:00 AM | Stroke Prevention Through Afib Recognition and Treatment |
11:00 AM | Closing |
Presentation Topic
Stroke prevention Through Afib Recognition and Treatment (1 CE)
Learning Objectives
- Describe the risk factors associated with Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) and prevalence of asymptomatic AFib
- Incorporate effective strategies for early detection of AFib into clinical practice
- Identify key aspects of current recommendations on AFib, anticoagulation, stroke risk, and prevention approaches
- Select tools that can help in communicating risk factors, prevention strategies, and treatment approaches with patients
- Utilize anticoagulation administration safety protocols to decrease medication errors, decrease unwanted medication interactions, and availability of reversal agents
- Explain the key benefits of anticoagulation with newer oral anticoagulation agents
Cardiac Diagnostics: Using Data to Assess Risk, Diagnose, and Treat CVD (1 CE)
Learning Objectives
- List at least 3 indications for cardiac stress testing.
- Cite considerations in selection of the appropriate stress test modality.
- Compare and contrast common imaging modalities for cardiac stress testing.
- Provide individualized instruction for patients regarding cardiac stress testing.