Seminar Details $390.00 - Conference Tuition with 1-6 Sessions $480.00 - Conference Tuition with 7-8 Sessions $550.00 - Conference Tuition with 9-10 Sessions Brochure Inside | Brochure Outside View brochure for CE details

Seminar Location TROPICANA LAS VEGAS 3801 LAS VEGAS BLVD SOUTH LAS VEGAS, NV  89109 View Map

Speaker: Charlene Freeman, RN, CDE, CPT -- BIO

Speaker: Mary Ann Hodorowicz, RD, LDN, MBA, CDE, CEC -- BIO

Speaker: Joan Junkin, MSN, APRN-CNS, CWOCN -- BIO

Speaker: Kate Glasenapp, MSN, ANP-BC, BC-ADM, CDE -- BIO

Course Description, Learner Objectives and Featured Speaker for each conference session:

1) Understanding Diabetes: P & A with the New Classifications
Wednesday, October 6, 2010 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Featured Speaker: Charlene Freeman, RN, CDE, CPT

Do you have diabetes patients who are "non-compliant?" Learn how to instruct them on the pathophysiology of diabetes to improve glycemic control and meet the target blood glucose goals. Understand hormone interactions, including amylin and GLP-1. Gain an understanding of pre-diabetes and the steps necessary to prevent Type 2 diabetes.

Objectives - Following this conference session, you will be able to:

1. Discuss interpreting the pathophysiology of diabetes and hormone interaction into patient education.
2. Explain the new 2010 classifications, diagnostic criteria, and target blood glucose for patients with diabetes.
3. State the reported relationship between obesity, glucose intolerance (pre-diabetes), and the prevention of Type 2 diabetes.

2) Practice Guidelines for Medical Nutrition Therapy
Wednesday, October 6, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Featured Speaker: Mary Ann Hodorowicz, RD, LDN, MBA, CDE, CEC

Individualized medical nutrition therapy (MNT) is a critical component of managing diabetes and can prevent devastating complications. Best practice dictates the use of the American Dietetic Association's MNT Evidence-Based Nutrition Practice Guidelines (NPG's). This session will condense and simplify diabetes NPGs into a ready reference take-home guide.
Objectives - Following this conference session, you will be able to:

1. Explain the basic ways to control carbohydrates.
2. Name 6 diabetes MNT goals.
3. Describe the 7 types of meal planning systems for people with diabetes.

3) Thinking Outside the Shoe! Preventing Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Wednesday, October 6, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Featured Speaker: Joan Junkin, MSN, APRN-CNS, CWOCN

During this interactive session, we'll discuss neuropathy in detail, especially the motor and autonomic system and the role it plays in limb loss for people with diabetes. You will learn the complex interplay between hyperglycemia, neuropathy and microcirculation. The plain language, diagrams and devices used will be valuable assets in your work with patients with diabetes.

Objectives - Following this conference session, you will be able to:

1. Explain 3 ways motor neuropathy increases risk of a diabetic foot ulcer.
2. List 3 treatments for acute Charcot foot syndrome that may prevent permanent foot deformity.
3. Demonstrate the use of a Semmes-Weinstein 5.07mm monofilament to detect sensory neuropathy.

4) Using Motivational Interviewing and Patient Empowerment Counseling
Wednesday, October 6, 2010 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Featured Speaker: Mary Ann Hodorowicz, RD, LDN, MBA, CDE, CEC

Diabetes control is related to modifiable health behaviors. Patient empowerment and motivational interviewing are new alternatives to the outdated and ineffective 'compliance' approach to patient care. This interactive group session will provide you with new, practical tools and guide you through a comprehensive overview of the goals, principles, strategies and spirit of PE and MI.

Objectives - Following this conference session, you will be able to:

1. Differentiate between empowerment and compliance counseling.
2. List the empowerment steps to use during a patient visit to change behavior (A.D.O.P.T.E.E.).
3. Explain the principles of motivational interviewing (G.R.A.C.E.) and its primary tools (O.A.R.S.).

5) Preventing Vascular Diseases Associated with Diabetes
Thursday, October 7, 2010 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Featured Speaker: Kate Glasenapp, MSN, ANP-BC, BC-ADM, CDE

Preventing vascular disease in the midst of diabetes is a challenging, but essential, goal. Using a case-based approach, we will focus on the prevention of disease development and disease progression reviewing evidence-based guidelines. Through our discussion, we will achieve a re-energized outlook regarding our need to work toward limiting vascular disease.

Objectives - Following this conference session, you will be able to:

1. Assess specific vascular risks associated with diabetes.
2. Explain strategies to implement in diabetes management to limit the development and/or progression of vascular disease.
3. Determine interventions to effectively reduce the incidence of vascular events in patients with diabetes.

6) Treating a Diabetic Foot Ulcer: Teamwork Not Optional!
Thursday, October 7, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Featured Speaker: Joan Junkin, MSN, APRN-CNS, CWOCN

The most complex wound is a neuropathic foot ulcer. We need to off-load the wounded area so patients can stay mobile without harming the ulcer. We also have to debride, dress and monitor the progress of the wounds. During this seminar, we will discuss the numerous ways to accomplish each of these. It may take a village to raise a child, but it takes a team to heal a neuropathic foot ulcer!

Objectives - Following this conference session, you will be able to:

1. List 3 options for improving endorphin levels to maximize microcirculation.
2. Define pros and cons for off-loading options.
3. Analyze optimal debridement methods for various situations.

7) New Algorithm for Type 2 Medications
Thursday, October 7, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Featured Speaker: Charlene Freeman, RN, CDE, CPT

The costly, devastating complications of diabetes can be prevented with good glycemic control, utilizing oral medications and insulin. During this session, we will examine the latest algorithm for initiating oral medications for the Type 2 patient. In addition, we will discuss how and when to initiate insulin therapy.

Objectives - Following this conference session, you will be able to:

1. Explain the new algorithm from the American Diabetes Association for the use of medications for the Type 2 diabetes patient.
2. Discuss the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists algorithm on how to use medication according to the A1c result.
3. Illustrate improved glycemic control by initiating insulin treatment for Type 2 patients.

8) The Unspoken Co-morbidities
Thursday, October 7, 2010 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Featured Speaker: Kate Glasenapp, MSN, ANP-BC, BC-ADM, CDE

This session moves beyond the discussion of the common micro-and macro-vascular complications and addresses other significant co-morbidities. Utilizing an interactive case-based approach, we will discuss these critical conditions that are impacting our patients on a daily basis. You will learn strategies and interventions, as well as tips to enhance your communication with patients and their families.

Objectives - Following this conference session, you will be able to:

1. Identify the less commonly discussed diabetes co-morbidities, including sleep apnea, erectile dysfunction, depression, gastroparesis, and celiac disease.
2. Develop strategies to detect the co-morbidities of diabetes.
3. Determine appropriate, practical approaches and interventions for co-morbidities with the patient with diabetes.

9) Insulin Calculation and Pump Therapy
Friday, October 8, 2010 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Featured Speaker: Charlene Freeman, RN, CDE, CPT

This workshop will use a variety of interesting case studies to discuss insulin types, action and initiation. You will receive extensive information on insulin dosing and pump therapy. Good glycemic control can prevent the costly and devastating complications of diabetes.

Objectives - Following this conference session, you will be able to:

1. Calculate insulin dosage, including the correction factor to be used for both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes patients.
2. Determine basal/bolus insulin to achieve glycemic control of diabetes patients.
3. Explain the criteria for beginning insulin pump therapy.

10) Practical Approaches to Diabetes Management
Friday, October 8, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Featured Speaker: Kate Glasenapp, MSN, ANP-BC, BC-ADM, CDE

It s all negotiable! This session will feature practical tips for partnering with patients in the management of diabetes. We will focus on strategies for guiding patients to the optimal level of glycemic control. We will discuss lifestyle strategies of healthy eating, routine activity, and stress management. You will gain strategies for success, including websites, teaching and tracking tools, and "gadgets".

Objectives - Following this conference session, you will be able to:

1. Integrate lifestyle strategies for diabetes management.
2. Identify 2 "user friendly" tools to support patients with diabetes.
3. Discuss the challenges and solutions to diabetes management in the current healthcare environment.

Please refer to the course brochure for continuing education information.

If you are registering 12 or more, consider having us bring a program to you!
Our catered on-site programs are a cost-effective and convenient way to train a large group at your facility, or wherever you choose.