Introduction to Point-of-Care Ultrasound is an 8-hour course. You must register for Part 1 and Part 2 of this course. Learn the basics of point-of-care ultrasound from this immersive hands-on workshop. Ultrasound faculty from across the country will help the learner understand the fundamentals of POCUS. There will be classroom material, hands on scanning with ultrasound machines, and video review of actual pathology. The following topics will be included: knobology, cardiac, lung, renal/bladder, IVs, DVT, and, if time allows abdominal aorta. Whether you're learning POCUS for the first time or want to hone your skills with seasoned faculty, this class is for you. Primary Care Ultrasound (4-hours) Learn how to apply point-of-care ultrasound into the primary care setting. There will be classroom material, hands on scanning with ultrasound machines, and video review of actual pathology. The following topics will be included: MSK, soft tissue, ocular, and biliary/gallbladder assessments. You should have either registered for the Introduction to Point-of-Care Ultrasound course the day prior or have ultrasound experience to register for this workshop. Critical Care Ultrasound (4-hours) Learn how to apply point-of-care ultrasound into the acute care setting. There will be classroom material, hands on scanning with ultrasound machines, and video review of actual pathology. The following topics will be included: advanced cardiac, FAST/FAFF, biliary/gallbladder, and RUSH/Shock assessments. You should have either registered for the Introduction to Point-of-Care Ultrasound course the day prior or have ultrasound experience to register for this workshop.

This workshop will include discussion about the skin and related disorders; review dermatology terminology and images of skin disorders; instructions in punch and shave techniques and proper use; discussions around cryotherapy and its indication; and time for students to practice punch, shave biopsy and cryotherapy.

Musculoskeletal (MSK) problems are one of the top reasons for primary care visits. Over half of chronic medical conditions in the United States are related to MSK diagnoses. These conditions are a leading cause of disability, resulting in both individual and societal burden. Achieving confidence with your head-to-toe musculoskeletal exam is the first step in diagnosing and managing MSK issues. This interactive session will provide a solid foundation for optimizing orthopedic care in the primary care setting. Injection principles and technique for MSK injections in primary care will be demonstrated, with hands-on breakout sessions to practice each injection site. Emphasis will be placed on practical options for multimodal pain management in your busy practice setting.

The Urgent Care Procedure Skills Workshop will include some of the most common minor procedures performed by Advanced Practice Providers. A didactic session will be followed with 'hands on' practice. Topics will include digital blocks, finger/toe dislocations, nail trephination, foreign body removal, olecranon bursitis, incision and drainage of abscess, tick removal, paronychia drainage, fishhook removal, nursemaid’s elbow, eyes, ears and nose procedures.

This course will include didactic and hands-on skill with management of the acute airway. The skill portion will allow the students to rotate through 4 skill stations. In station 1, they will learn how to open an airway using the triple airway maneuver, practice using the bag mask valve, oral, and nasal airway and review the various oxygen supplementations. In station 2 they will progress with more difficult airways with the use of supraglottic devices like the King airway, laryngeal mask, and combi tube. In this station, students will also learn how to intubate using the laryngeal blades and handle. In station 3, they will practice intubation using the video intubation scope. In station 4, using pig tracheas, students will perform invasive cricothyrotomy.

This session will review common upper and lower extremity injuries seen in primary/urgent care. A discussion of history and physical examination findings, radiographic evaluation and initial management, including basic splinting will be demonstrated. Participants will have hands on practice applying upper & lower extremity splints.

This hands-on workshop will review the indications and contraindications for performing the most commonly used procedures for treating HEENT problems in primary, urgent and emergency care settings. Participants will practice performing facial suturing techniques, dental and auricular nerve blocks, insertion of nasal tampons for epistaxis, tonometry to measure intraocular pressures, manual removal of ear, corneal, and nasal foreign bodies, and treatment of oral/dental injuries. Pharmacologic management of common HEENT conditions will also be discussed.

Step into the exciting world of aesthetics with this interactive workshop designed for novice and intermediate nurse practitioners. Combining simulation, video demonstrations, and introductory hands-on practice, this session provides the perfect foundation for your journey into cosmetic procedures. Participants will explore key concepts such as facial anatomy, patient assessment, and treatment planning through discussion, engaging simulations, and instructional videos. Basic hands-on techniques for neurotoxins and dermal fillers will be introduced, using mannequins in a safe, supervised setting. This workshop emphasizes safety, effective communication, and confidence-building, ensuring you’re prepared to take initial action in aesthetic practice. Whether you’re looking to enhance your skills or expand your career, this session equips you with the essential tools and knowledge to begin offering aesthetic treatments with assurance.

Introduction to Point-of-Care Ultrasound (8-hours) Learn the basics of point-of-care ultrasound from this immersive hands-on workshop. Ultrasound faculty from across the country will help the learner understand the fundamentals of POCUS. There will be classroom material, hands on scanning with ultrasound machines, and video review of actual pathology. The following topics will be included: knobology, cardiac, lung, renal/bladder, IVs, DVT, and, if time allows, abdominal aorta. Whether you're learning POCUS for the first time or want to hone your skills with seasoned faculty, this class is for you. You must register for Part 1 and Part 2 of this course. Primary Care Ultrasound (4-hours) Learn how to apply point-of-care ultrasound into the primary care setting. There will be classroom material, hands on scanning with ultrasound machines, and video review of actual pathology. The following topics will be included: MSK, soft tissue, ocular, and biliary/gallbladder assessments. You should have either registered for the Introduction to Point-of-Care Ultrasound course the day prior or have ultrasound experience to register for this workshop. Critical Care Ultrasound (4-hours) Learn how to apply point-of-care ultrasound into the acute care setting. There will be classroom material, hands on scanning with ultrasound machines, and video review of actual pathology. The following topics will be included: advanced cardiac, FAST/FAFF, biliary/gallbladder, and RUSH/Shock assessments. You should have either registered for the Introduction to Point-of-Care Ultrasound course the day prior or have ultrasound experience to register for this workshop.

This course is designed for participants to be able to identify and assess various types of wounds based on history and physical exam. Participants will provide the appropriate initial evaluation and treatment in addition to explaining local anesthesia concepts, pharmacology, and complications of wound closure. Hands-on demonstration in basic suturing techniques (e.g., interrupted, corner suture, mattress) for wound closure will be performed. This course will also cover the use of tissue adhesives, adhesive strips, and staples for wound closure. The participant will develop a plan of care, including patient education, return precautions, and follow-up care for patients with a traumatic wound.

Musculoskeletal conditions are common in primary care and specialty practice while few NP training programs address musculoskeletal injection techniques in their curriculum. This workshop combines didactic information for the diagnosis of common musculoskeletal conditions with instruction on joint and soft tissue injection. Participants will practice injection techniques on high fidelity mannequins during this informative workshop. This program will address indications, contraindications, pharmacokinetics and potential complications of a variety of medications and associated injection techniques.

Urgent Care Procedure Skills Workshop will include some of the most common minor procedures performed by Advanced Practice Providers. A didactic session will be followed with 'hands on' practice. Topics will include digital blocks, finger/toe dislocations, nail trephination, foreign body removal, olecranon bursitis, incision and drainage of abscess, tick removal, paronychia drainage, fishhook removal, nursemaid’s elbow, eyes, ears and nose procedures.

Chronic wounds have a significant impact on patients, families, and the healthcare system and have increased due to trauma, surgical procedures, aging population, and comorbidities. Wounds can be a symptom of a constellation of medical problems that must be addressed before healing can begin. Patients with wounds frequently have depression and altered quality of life. Methods to assess environmental and psychosocial factors and ways wounds impact the patient’s life are presented. We describe a functional medicine approach where detailed holistic factors are assessed. We review wound pathophysiology to help providers diagnose wounds and facilitate healing. We explain wound cleansers and dressings to ensure the wound environment is optimized for healing. Proper culturing technique and antimicrobial stewardship is discussed to reduce antibiotic overuse and potential for facilitating multidrug resistant organisms. Prescribing parameters for a new tetracycline, advanced treatments, billing and coding considerations is examined. Interactive polling questions helps keep the audience engaged. The hands-on portion of the workshop include case studies with wound assessment, measurement, diagnosis, treatment, cleansing and dressing selection. The workshop aims to increase provider confidence and competence in caring for patients with chronic wounds with the goal of rapid wound closure and positive biopsychosocial outcomes.

This workshop will provide a didactic component covering the assessment and management of ocular emergencies including trauma, the red eye, and acute vision loss. The procedural skill component will allow participants to have hands on practice performing a slit lamp exam, tonometry, lateral canthotomy, and ultrasound to assess eye conditions. Pharmacologic management will also be discussed along with the indications and contraindications for performing ocular procedurs.

CGM is associated with improved clinical and psychosocial outcomes. While expanding, CGM is limited in primary care (PC), where most diabetes care occurs and NPs are crucial. This session will focus on hands-on application of CGM sensors, data interpretation, patient account setup and clinic sharing, and clinic setup and data viewing. We will also review results of a national study including multivariable regression of cross-sectional surveys (n=200) identifying NP and practice factors associated with CGM-related behaviors, attitudes, and needs and qualitative analysis of semi-structured interviews (n=28) examining barriers and facilitators to CGM use by PC NPs. Early lessons from research on strategies to implement CGM in primary care will be shared.

The presentation portion would be relatively short. The presentation would focus on identifying appropriate patients, identifying the appropriate time to initiate these conversations and to provide several frameworks to use when having difficult conversations. This would be evidence based and are frameworks provided by CAPC for difficult conversations. The bulk of the workshop would be actual role playing with different scenarios (so participants would need to be aware that participation is expected) and debriefing following the scenario.

Step into the exciting world of aesthetics with this interactive workshop designed for novice and intermediate nurse practitioners. Combining simulation, video demonstrations, and introductory hands-on practice, this session provides the perfect foundation for your journey into cosmetic procedures. Participants will explore key concepts such as facial anatomy, patient assessment, and treatment planning through discussion, engaging simulations, and instructional videos. Basic hands-on techniques for neurotoxins and dermal fillers will be introduced, using mannequins in a safe, supervised setting. This workshop emphasizes safety, effective communication, and confidence-building, ensuring you’re prepared to take initial action in aesthetic practice. Whether you’re looking to enhance your skills or expand your career, this session equips you with the essential tools and knowledge to begin offering aesthetic treatments with assurance.

Diet has been identified as the single most important risk factor for morbidity and mortality in the US. In fact, poor diet now outranks smoking as the leading cause of death globally and in the US. Nurse Practitioners and other Health Care Professionals will almost certainly be treating patients with one or more chronic diseases, many of which have a strong relationship to diet and nutritional health. Unfortunately, most healthcare providers do not feel adequately prepared to address food and dietary risk factors, thus missing important opportunities to provide the best possible care to their patients. Over 60% of deaths in the US are strongly linked to unhealthy, yet modifiable lifestyle behaviors. These conditions are largely avoidable if patients can make lifestyle changes. Nurse Practitioners are in a unique position to educate, inspire and empower patients to shift from being a passive recipient of care to an active participant in charge of their health.

This presentation will cover one of the most overlooked topics in primary care for women in their menopausal age: Genitourinary syndrome and sexual health. Precise discussion about the factors leading to perimenopause and menopause will be offered. The signs and symptoms and clinical course of GSM will be presented in detail. The correlation between menopause and the overall sexual health of women will be analyzed, with special emphasis on the connection between GSM and sexual health. A well-defined, individualized, and easy-to-follow plan of care and medical management of menopausal sexual health issues will be outlined. Furthermore, the complexities of hormone therapy, its indications, and cautionary steps will be examined.

This presentation will provide an in-depth overview of the latest updates in maternal mental health treatment, tailored for primary care, acute care, and psychiatric nurse practitioners. Attendees will explore current best practices for managing a broad range of perinatal psychiatric disorders, with an emphasis on evidence-based pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions. The session will address safety in prescribing medications, including controlled substances, and debunk common myths associated with psychiatric treatments in pregnant and breast-feeding mothers. Liability and documentation concerns will also be discussed. Additionally, the presentation will delve into the social determinants of health that impact maternal mental health, highlighting how factors such as socioeconomic status, access to care, and support systems can influence outcomes. Through case studies and practical examples, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to navigate the complexities of treating maternal mental health issues, ensuring both the safety and well-being of mother and baby. This session aims to equip nurse practitioners with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively and confidently support the mental health of mothers during the perinatal period.

Cardiovascular Disease remains the #1 Killer in the U.S. for both men and women. Unfortunately, less than 1/4 of adults have it under control. This presentation will highlight key content in the newly released AHA/ACC Hypertension Guideline and update participants on the current status of the CDC's Million Hearts initiative. Key implications for NP practice will be highlighted along with the freely accessible Million Hearts fellowship program.

Kidney disease affects approximately 13-16% of the population depending upon individual risk factors and accounts for more than 125 billion dollars of Medicare related spending annually demonstrating the need for improvement. Literature consistently demonstrates the presence of systems, provider, and patient level barriers to the management of kidney disease. Nurse Practitioners that are knowledgeable can expand the reach for addressing these barriers and can improve the quality of care that patients with kidney disease receive. Nurse Practitioners provide care for patients with kidney disease across healthcare settings and age ranges. It is imperative that Nurse Practitioners are knowledgeable about the diagnosis, management, and treatment of kidney disease across ages and care settings to improve the quality of care received. Stewardship of medications can also prevent the development of drug induced adverse related complications and progression of kidney disease.

This session explores acute aortic syndromes, pathologies, clinical findings, diagnostic algorithms, and management to enrich the learner's knowledge of disease processes and treatment. Complex pathophysiology, advanced diagnosis, treatment modalities, and common challenges that contribute to high mortality in these cases are discussed. CT scan reviews and case studies are discussed to reinforce the discussion points.

Pediatric neck masses are often a chief complaint that cause angst in the provider seeing the patient, as they do not want to make an incorrect diagnosis. This session will use a case-based approach to cover all that the practicing NP needs to know about the assessment, evaluation, diagnosis and evidence-based management of pediatric neck masses. Adapted from the Society of Otolaryngology Head-Neck Nurses Comprehensive Otolaryngology course that the presenter is a faculty for, she will cover pertinent information for the ENT and non-ENT NP provider.

This presentation will enable the audience to understand the palliative care patient and the assessment of the specific needs as it relates to physical, psychosocial/emotional, and spiritual symptoms. The presentation will also provide information as to how an advanced care planning discussion is initiated and carried out. This will enable the practitioner to understand a patient's goals/wishes so that a plan of care can be developed for the entire care team.

Immunizations are among our best preventive measures for reducing infectious diseases and cancers. This presentation will assist the APRN in understanding the most recent updates in immunization recommendations. It will also help the NP make the best patient-centered vaccine recommendations to improve the patient's health and well-being. In addition, strategies for improving vaccine rates, providing shared clinical decision-making and having meaningful discussions with vaccine-hesitant individuals.

This presentation will examine the assessment and management of oncological patients presenting with infectious concerns and address initial assessment, imaging, laboratory studies, antimicrobial management, and the role of specialty consults.

This presentation will guide primary care providers on addressing drug-related oral and dental concerns. We will cover in detail the management of patients who are receiving routine medications that cause or increase the risk of oral and dental disorders (ex: bisphosphonates, antiepileptics, anticholinergics, antibiotics, chemotherapy/radiation), along with pharmacologic adaptations that must be considered when patients undergo dental procedures (ex: epinephrine use in local anesthetic for patients with cardiovascular conditions, periprocedural antibiotic prophylaxis for endocarditis and other bacteremia, management of anticoagulants, and pharmaceutical approaches that are contraindicated in older adults.

The COVID-19 pandemic has worsened depressive symptoms among adolescents, largely due to disrupted sleep patterns. This presentation explores personalized sleep hygiene education (SHE) as a non-pharmacological intervention to reduce these symptoms. Based on a DNP project at Duke University, the session will detail the development, implementation, and outcomes of SHE plans in a clinical setting. Attendees will learn to identify key sleep hygiene practices for adolescents and understand their impact on depressive symptoms. The presentation will cover a pre-post study showing significant reductions in PHQ-9 scores, with both medicated and non-medicated adolescents improving. Emphasis will be placed on the critical role of compliance, with findings indicating that adherence to SHE plans results in better outcomes. Practical strategies to enhance compliance will be shared, providing actionable tools for clinical practice. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped to design and implement personalized SHE interventions to improve adolescent mental health. This session is ideal for clinicians, nurses, and healthcare providers working with adolescents, aiming to integrate evidence-based, non-pharmacological approaches into treatment.

An essential function of nurse practitioners is reading and appraising emerging evidence to make advanced clinical decisions. A critical component of evidence interpretation is understanding reported statistics. Modern statistics are shifting away from p-values/statistical significance towards effect size, which are measures that quantify the magnitude of effect observed in a study. This session will take a fun and practical approach to interpreting reports of effect size and their confidence intervals across a variety of clinical topics. Participants will be equipped to rapidly and accurately interpret articles' major findings, from individual studies to meta-analyses with an emphasis on clinical implications.

This session will help you hone your cardiac assessment in detecting valvular heart disease. Highlights include recordings of abnormal heart sounds and murmurs, focused on who is at great risk for these often-overlooked conditions.

This session is for people who have a desire to learn medical Spanish. It will provide you with Spanish fundamentals and build on those skills for medical conversations. This session will include basic greetings, and body parts to discuss chief complaints, physical exam, diagnostics, and treatments. Beyond the language skills, cultural competency insights will be discussed.

This interactive discussion will provide clinicians evidence-based tools to use when patients present with misinformation, concerns, and questions about sexuality. These situations are an opportunity to develop rapport, and trust and to help patients navigate their sexual health. Using 60 of the most commonly held incorrect beliefs, you will learn how to bust the myths and provide practical information about your patients underlying concerns.

With approximately one in five children affected by obesity, and the numerous comorbid conditions associated with the disease, obesity is one of the most common chronic diseases in childhood faced by primary care providers. With the publication of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) guidelines in 2023 for the treatment of obesity within the medical home, primary care NPs are called on to do more for a complex disease that has multifactorial causes, that are not just biologic, but also social and environmental. Given the complexity of this disease, NPs need to know how to incorporate care into their practices and not be overwhelmed by the chronic nature of this condition. Using a case-based approach, speakers will guide learners through the practical steps of incorporating developmentally appropriate, trauma informed care within the medical home to address pediatric obesity. Social, environmental, and pathophysiological factors will be addressed, along with recommendations for working with children and families to work toward healthy lifestyle changes to improve health.

The Nurse Corps Chiefs of the Air Force, Army, Navy and U.S. Public Health Service will provide a “State of the Nurse Corps” brief for each of their respective services. This session is open to Active and Retired Military & USPHS Attendees ONLY.

CGM is associated with improved clinical and psychosocial outcomes. While expanding, CGM is limited in primary care (PC), where most diabetes care occurs and where NPs are crucial. This national study consisted of multivariable regression of cross-sectional surveys (n=200) identifying NP and practice factors associated with CGM-related behaviors, attitudes, and needs and qualitative analysis of semi-structured interviews (n=28) examining barriers and facilitators to CGM use by PC NPs. 44% of survey participants had prescribed CGM. Compared to private practice, NPs in hospital-owned practices were more likely to have prescribed CGM (OR 2.32, 95% CI: 1.09-4.90, p<.01); NPs in academic medical centers were less likely to have prescribed (OR .098, CI: .012-.799, p<.01). Predictors of favorability toward future CGM prescribing were past CGM prescribing (coef = .73, p<.0001) and time since training (1-5 years: coef = -.48, 6-15 years: coef = -.41; p<.01). Interviews showed that barriers to prescribing CGM are insurance coverage (or lack thereof), insurance-related processes, costs to patients, and limited clinician knowledge and experience. Surveyed NPs identified a one-time endocrine consult (62%), CGM education website (61%), and asynchronous endocrine e-consult (59%) as resources needed to prescribe CGM. PC NPs can use CGM to improve diabetes management for patients.

Stress and burnout among APRNs and workplace violence in healthcare are unacceptably high. Training programs that address practice readiness can be beneficial, even as the need for larger system level changes are warranted. "Tools of Engagement: Mental Health, Communication, and Longevity in Nursing" (TOE) is a visionary initiative created to address some of the profound challenges facing the profession. A series of five modules were developed to target issues that new APRNs frequently encounter in their practice, including handling challenging patient discussions, addressing mental health concerns, preventing violence, fostering effective interprofessional collaboration, and safeguarding their own mental well-being. This presentation provides an overview of the TOE modules, their associated experiential learning activities, and program evaluation results. Participants complete pre/post-course surveys measuring achievement of training objectives, emotional state items, level of stress and burnout, course satisfaction, and qualitative feedback. Results will be presented from ongoing data collection that began in January 2023 and includes 12 different advanced practice specialties. Over 1,000 APRN students will complete the TOE program by conference presentation. Preliminary results are positive with most students reporting high overall satisfaction, significant increases in learning objectives, and decreased signs of stress and burnout. Implications for nurse practitioners will be discussed.

This presentation will focus on abnormal CBC results, specifically anemia, thrombocytopenia/thrombocytosis, leukopenia/leukocytosis. We will discuss the interpretation of a normal CBC and then present case studies with different cytopenias to aid in developing differential diagnoses and understanding an initial workup.

Esophageal adenocarcinoma has dramatically increased in the United States. Patients are often diagnosed at late stages which contributes to poor outcomes and limited treatment options. Esophageal cancer treatments are dependent on accurate staging and require a multimodal approach. Nurse Practitioners affect esophageal cancer outcomes by identifying risk factors and symptoms, by providing early evaluations and by providing referrals for high-risk patients. Goals for this presentation include increasing esophageal cancer awareness, reviewing risk factors and symptoms, acknowledging esophageal cancer disparities, identifying imaging, testing and treatment options, discussing esophagectomy and recognizing issues in survivorship.

There are over 2.5 million traumatic brain injuries (TBI) per year in United States, with 80% of TB related to concussion (also known as mild TBI). This is a common diagnosis seen by nurse practitioners across a variety of treatment settings, and the incidence of concussion is likely under-estimated. This session will review epidemiology and pathophysiology of concussion, followed by methods for assessment and treatment planning. Discussion of key features, imaging recommendations, and post-concussion syndrome will be included. Both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic modalities will be incorporated, using a case-based approach.

A presentation on how to navigate the confusing world of FMLA, ADA, STD, LTD, SSDI and SSI. The presentation will define and explain these terms and discuss how as NPs we play a crucial role in advocating for these patients and their families. I will explain how our documentation matters and provide guidelines and an outline of the type of questions that should be asked during a disability/and or accommodation visit.

Individual decision-making regarding immunization of their children is a complex process and it is dependent on emotional, cultural, social, religious, and political factors. The growing concern of vaccine hesitancy and rejection has led to the development of different tools and strategies for advanced care providers to start effective vaccine communication with parents to improve vaccination rates and reduce serious vaccine-preventable outbreaks. Every parent is different, and not all methods of communication are effective. Advanced providers require methods training on parenteral attitudes and communication that work to reassure parents. Nurse practitioners promote partnerships with parents, and this positions them in an ideal environment to make sure parents understand the information, clarify, and reaffirm parent's concerns, correct beliefs about immunization, discuss benefits of vaccines and modify misconceptions.

Developmental behavioral mental health (DBMH) is an extremely important part of pediatric health care. DBMH can include diagnoses such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, Autism, eating disorders, Conduct Disorder, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder. Recent surveys reveal one in seven children under age 8 and one in five adolescents have a diagnosable DBMH condition. More than half of the children diagnosed with a DBMH condition will eventually be diagnosed with two or more additional psychiatric conditions in their lifetime. A study, conducted by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), finds that between 2016 and 2020, the number of children ages 3-17 years diagnosed with anxiety grew by 29 percent and those with depression by 27 percent. The estimated number of children aged 3-17 years ever diagnosed with ADHD is 6 million using data from 2016-2019. In addition to the above information, multiple studies report pediatric health care providers feel inadequately trained to properly take care of children with certain DBMH conditions. With data such as this, it is imperative advanced practice nurses are adequately trained to care for the ever growing population of DBMH disorders in our children.

This case-based session highlights on the important role of lab diagnostics in clinical assessment, with a focus on the not-so-common situations in outpatient care.

This session is for people who know some fundamentals of Spanish. It will build on those skills for medical conversations. This session will include phrases to complete a medical history and physical exam, discuss medications, diagnostic tests, and treatments.

Antibiotics are frequently prescribed in the United States. CDC data has shown that nurse practitioners, particularly those in the primary care setting are common antibiotic prescribers. For this reason, NPs need to be aware of the pharmacologic properties of a variety of antibiotics as well as their proper use. The first half of this session will offer a comprehensive review of various classes of antibiotics including their spectrum of activity, pharmacokinetics, and side effect profiles. This will be followed by a discussion of the management of common infections encountered in the primary care setting including ENT, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and skin/soft tissue infections. The outpatient NPs important role in antimicrobial stewardship will also be discussed.

This seminar will discuss the pathophysiology of acute neck and throat conditions including the evaluation and management of life-threatening emergencies. Content will encompass common pathogens and pharmacologic treatment. Using case study exemplars and images participants will practice developing comprehensive diagnostic workups and analyzing findings to differentially diagnose and develop appropriate treatment plans for symptomatic, asymptomatic, and life-threatening thyroid conditions.

Presented by a team of national nursing leaders working in Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), this workshop will explore the transformative potential of Generative AI in Nurse Practitioner (NP) practice. In the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, integrating machine learning advanced technologies such as Generative AI can significantly strengthen patient care, streamline administrative tasks, and support clinical decision-making. Despite the buzz about AI promising to deliver multiple patient and practitioner benefits, most NPs have not had exposure to AI or opportunities to apply this technology to NP practice. This workshop will help bridge that gap by offering personalized, hands-on instruction to improve the NPs' digital literacy and comfort using basic AI tools in a non-threatening environment. Participants will gain a basic understanding of Generative AI, be aware of some current AI applications in healthcare, and trial some AI tools to allow future exposures to be faced with greater confidence when offered opportunities to implement AI technologies in their daily NP practice. The presentation will also address potential ethical, legal, and regulatory challenges with AI adoption and share future opportunities for strengthening patient care and research with the use of AI.

Cardiometabolic disease is a group of common and preventable chronic diseases impacting the cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic systems. The prevalence of cardiometabolic disease has increased as the risk factors such as obesity, diabetes, and hypertension have increased. This workshop will give the attendee an opportunity to attend a session where we will define, deconstruct, and learn about the intersection of this disease process. We will break down diabetes mellitus, hypertension, lipid management, renal, and obesity to approach treatment of cardiometabolic disease. As part of this workshop, attendees will be actively engaged in discussion as we navigate through case studies and review evidence-based strategies to managing these complex cardiometabolic cases.

This presentation will provide a concise review and update on empiric "bugs and drugs" commonly utilized in emergency care. We will briefly review the classes of medications, their common side effects, and interactions. Using a body system approach, we will cover current recommendations for appropriate empiric agents for conditions including HEENT infections, community and hospital-acquired pneumonia, skin and soft tissue infections, sexually transmitted and urinary tract infections. We will also discuss chemical prophylaxis, sepsis, and viral infections, including influenza, COVID-19, and herpes zoster. Throughout the presentation, we will emphasize the importance of antimicrobial stewardship.

This presentation is designed for APRNs who work with parents, children, and families. Parental burnout is a complex, multifactorial problem that is distinct from other types of burnout and mental health disorders. It can affect any parent regardless of a parent's socioeconomic background, age, gender, race or culture. If it is left unidentified and untreated, there can be lasting consequences for both the parent and child. APRNs will receive an overview of parental burnout including risk factors, protective factors, commonly co-occurring conditions, and short- and long-term implications of untreated burnout. Burnout in the working parent population will be highlighted. APRNs will learn assessment methods for identifying parental burnout and associated red flags for child maltreatment. APRNs will learn evidence-based interventions to mitigate and improve burnout and stress in the parent population. The presentation will also include a brief discussion on policy and workplace implications that support parents.

The COVID-19 pandemic inserted telehealth into the daily routine of many providers; however, many had no previous experience with this care modality. What resulted were many providers scrambling trying to figure out how to assess their patients via video conferencing. Some providers, with the stress of the pandemic, simply thought physical assessment could not be performed without the patient in the exam room thus creating additional delays in necessary care. We know physical assessment is an important part of the patient visit to complement the patient history. Therefore, the telehealth visit via video conferencing should be as close to an in person visit as possible. Expanding your physical assessment skills via video conferencing can help improve patient access to care and advance health equity by broadening the types of visits you can provide your patients and improving their outcomes and satisfaction. The purpose of this presentation is to expand your physical assessment skills via video conferencing (a telehealth visit without peripherals such as an electronic stethoscope). In this presentation, you will learn how to complete your telehealth physical assessment through Inspection, Palpation, Percussion, Auscultation (IPPA), vital signs and special maneuvers via video conferencing to optimize your diagnostic accuracy.

Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) was initially developed for use in patients with diabetes and is a standard of care recommended by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) to improve glucose control, reduce hypoglycemia episodes, and support nutrition and lifestyle changes. However, recent advances in technology allow for CGM use in patients with pre-diabetes, obesity as well as for those with a desire to learn more about their metabolic health. Patients are now even able to access CGM over the counter without a prescription. With rates of obesity and pre-obesity over 70%, and over 60% with pre-diabetes or diabetes, it is essential that the PCP be knowledgeable of how to read, interpret CGM data to inform care and treatment decisions, support the needs of their patients and improve health outcomes. This presentation will discuss opportunities for utilizing CGM in the clinical setting for patients with and without diabetes as a way to gain insight into metabolic health, treatment response to nutrition, activity, sleep and medical therapy for those with and without diabetes. Billing and coding for CGM use in the clinical setting will also be reviewed.

As our knowledge of the microbiome continues to expand clinicians are gaining a better understanding of the complex interactions of the microbiome and the direct effect on disease and restoration of health. This one-hour lecture will begin by introducing the intricate role of the microbiome and how alterations of the microbiome have been associated with many common clinical conditions. As advanced practice providers we must be able to recognize specific therapies that are directed toward restoring and maintaining a healthy microbiome. This course will review both pharmacological (antibiotics and prebiotics) and non-pharmacological treatments that have clinical evidence to support a direct effect on the microbiome. In conclusion will review future research regarding the ever-evolving topic of the magnificent microbiome.

Cancer patients are an extremely vulnerable population and efficiency in providing care is of utmost importance to improve patient outcomes and adequately support these patients. This presentation will discuss the multiple aspects involved in access to care for these patients and discuss the vital roles that all advanced practice providers have, regardless of specialty, in ensuring these patients get the care needed. Our institutional 24-hour policy for new tumor patients will be discussed in how it was created and implemented as well as an update on the number of patients served to date. There will also be a focus on improving communication amongst specialties to ensure the patient is hearing a consistent message and plan of care.

This presentation will look at contraceptive counseling through a lens of reproductive justice and trauma-informed care. This presentation will explore the fundamentals of trauma as it relates to health as well as components of a trauma-informed approach to care. We will examine strategies to implement a universal trauma-informed approach within APN care with a focus on providing trauma-informed contraceptive care and minimizing re-traumatization. Special attention will be paid to the legacy of historical trauma in reproductive and sexual health spaces, examining previously established contraceptive counseling models to avoid coercive counseling, and exploring patient-centered contraceptive counseling strategies. Case studies will help bring these concepts to life. This session will be appropriate to all APNs, focused on an outpatient/clinic environment, particularly those in primary care and/or reproductive/sexual healthcare spaces.

In 2023 the American Joint Replacement Registry reported 3,149,042 primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty procedures performed from 2012-2022, with the majority of cases being primary knee (51.0%) and primary hip (33.4%) arthroplasty in the United States. These numbers will continue to grow exponentially over the next couple of decades as the population ages. Prevalence of PJI out to 2 years following hip replacement is 1.63% (Ong et al. JoA 2009) and following knee replacement is 1.55% (Kurtz et al. CORR 2010). Both procedures likely have a prevalence over 2% at 10 years. Periprosthetic joint infections of the hip and knee are caused by a variety of microorganisms and can be influenced by numerous factors throughout the continuum of care. These bacteria may be introduced at the time of surgery, through spread from another site, or from recurrence of a previously septic joint. PJI has a profound physical, social, and emotional impact on affected patients and significantly increases healthcare expenditures, patient morbidity, and overall mortality.

It will equip nurse practitioners (NPs) with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively address substance use disorders in their practice. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the neurobiological underpinnings of addiction, learn about evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, and develop practical skills for initiating and managing OBAT programs.

This presentation is geared towards the primary care provider as management of patients with Stage A and Stage B heart failure is primarily the responsibility of the primary care provider. Aggressive, evidence-based management of cardiovascular risk factors and indices of stages A and B heart failure is vital to prevent progression to chronic, end-stage heart failure. Evidence suggests less-than-optimal management of these patients. This presentation will prepare the primary care provider to recognize the CV risk factors that characterize the early stages of heart failure and provide an evidence-based framework for management. Diagnostic tests, pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies will be outlined as well as indications for specialty referral for co-management.

Medical mimics of psychiatric symptoms create an underrecognized diagnostic challenge for healthcare providers and lead to delays in proper diagnosis and treatment. This presentation will highlight "red flags" that an underlying medical condition is leading to psychiatric symptoms, explore differential diagnoses of atypical psychiatric symptoms, and provide strategies for tailoring diagnostic evaluations. Case studies and examples from practice will be utilized to help audience members apply content effectively.

This presentation will provide a comprehensive overview of recent advancements in diagnosing and treating eating disorders among children and adolescents. Attendees will explore updated diagnostic criteria (specifically the newly added DSM-5 ARFID diagnosis), including nuanced distinctions in symptomatology, as well as recent updates in eating disorder etiology including genetic, psychological, and environmental factors. The session highlights emerging trends in evidence-based treatments, encompassing both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic options. The discussion will focus on the unique developmental needs and challenges of young patients. Case studies and clinical vignettes will illustrate practical applications of these updates, emphasizing early intervention approaches and multidisciplinary treatment models. Participants will leave equipped with current knowledge essential for improving diagnostic accuracy, enhancing therapeutic outcomes, and fostering collaborative care practices in pediatric eating disorder management. This presentation aims to empower healthcare professionals, educators, and caregivers with actionable insights to better support the mental and physical health of children and adolescents facing these complex disorders. This presentation will be suited for both psychiatric and primary care NPs working with or interested in working with child and adolescent populations.

We all see and treat nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and chronic constipation on a daily basis. The evaluation and treatment algorithms are changing. Join us for a case based, practical, very interactive deep dive into what we need to know about these conditions in 2025

People living with HIV (PLWH) live near normal life expectancies due to advances in antiretroviral therapy (ART). PLWH are experiencing more non-HIV related co-morbidities and deaths. Because of this extended life expectancy, appropriate evidence-based primary care is provided. PLWH are diagnosed with cancer more often and experience worse cancer-related outcomes than the general population. Cancer prevention and screening in PLWH is essential and leads to earlier diagnosis and treatment which may result in improved health outcomes and increased long-term survival. Few cancer screening guidelines specific for PLWH exist. There are often discrepancies in general population cancer screening guidelines. Familiarity with a utilization of cancer screening guidelines in this population is imperative. Considerations related to the impacts of social determinants of health-on-health equity are essential.

This presentation delves into the core aspects of addiction diagnosis and treatment options. Participants will embark on a learning journey that begins with defining and understanding key concepts of addictions. A review of the physiological, psychological, and neurobiological addiction theories. An examination of evidenced based screening tools that can be helpful to primary care providers. The presentation will conclude with a discussion on evidenced based treatments for alcohol, stimulant, and opioid use disorders that can be started in a primary care clinic. This will include understating the risks, side effects and monitoring of the various medications.

Domestic minor sex trafficking (DMST) occurs every day across the U.S. and can happen to any child. Children involved in child welfare and the juvenile justice system are particularly vulnerable to becoming victims. As laws and systems change to identify and recognize sex trafficking as child abuse and victimization, processes to respond adequately to the specialized and complex needs of this population are critical. Among a multitude of risk factors, childhood maltreatment trauma has been identified as the most relevant. This presentation offers background information on DMST and discusses recruitment tactics, health consequences, clinical care, and implications for nursing practice and research. Communication with victims/survivors will be highlighted.

Atopic dermatitis can be a debilitating disease, both physically and emotionally. Over 30 million people in the United States have atopic dermatitis. It impacts individuals of all ages and ethnicity. Over one half of the adults experiencing AD report inadequate control of their disease. For many years treatment options were very limited with topical corticosteroids being the mainstay. Atrophy and pigmentation issues were common. Fortunately, in the last few years there have been several new drugs FDA approved for the treatment of AD that are nonsteroidal. In this presentation those new drug classes and specific drugs will be discussed. Appropriate patients will be identified. Safety and monitoring of these exciting new treatment options will be reviewed. Case studies will be presented at the end of the discussion.

Untreated blood stream bacterial (BSI) infections can be a risk factor for developing life threatening conditions such as sepsis, endocarditis, meningitis and fungemia. To decrease mortality and morbidity from blood stream infections, it is important that nurse practitioners working in acute care are able to recognize, evaluate and treat these infections. Using a case study approach, a variety of infectious disease will be presented along with interpretation of various tests including, but not limited to cultures, spinal fluid analysis, procalcitonin and physical findings.

The presentation titled "Health Policy Fellowship at Every Career Stage to Advance Health Equity" highlights the significance of health policy fellowships for nurse practitioners and other healthcare professionals. It aims to demonstrate how engaging in these fellowships at various career stages can empower nurse practitioners to influence health policy, improve healthcare access, and promote health equity. The session will begin by emphasizing the importance of nursing in policymaking, particularly in addressing trending health policy topics. Participants will learn about a range of resources available to help nurse practitioners identify and secure health policy fellowships, tailored to different career stages. The presentation will also cover the pros and cons of these programs, offering strategies to navigate potential challenges. Through this presentation, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how to leverage health policy fellowships to become effective advocates for change, ensuring that underserved and marginalized communities receive the care they need. Ultimately, the presentation aims to inspire and equip NP professionals to play a proactive role in shaping policies that advance health equity and improve patient outcomes.

NPs use various clinical algorithms and risk calculators in their clinical practice. Some of these algorithms and risk scores use race or race-based corrections, bringing bias in decision-making and care delivery. Race-based corrections in glomerular filtration rate and spirometry are well-known examples. As a result of race-based decision-making, attention and healthcare resources may be directed more to people from certain races, adding to health inequities. Additionally, medical technology and equipment calibrated without considering the variations in skin color fail to detect abnormalities in people with diverse skin colors, such as pulse oximeter in black patients. Race is a socio-political construct, not a biological factor. Race-based care invites health inequities. There is wide recognition of health inequities related to race-based medicine, and efforts are underway to correct commonly used decision-making tools. It might take time to eliminate race factors from currently used laboratory tests. However, race significantly affects people and their health. So, healthcare professionals need to use race for enhanced screening and preventive care as opposed to race-based diagnosis. This presentation will distinguish between race-based care and race-conscious care and guide attendees to provide equitable healthcare based on social determinants.

There is a cultural shift in women's perceptions of their midlife experience and their interest in optimizing their quality of life. This interactive presentation will enable NPs to recognize perimenopausal symptoms and how to guide their patients to optimize their day to day and long-term health.

Global warming is the long-term heating of the earth's surface. According to NASA, the "Earth's average surface temperature in 2023 was the warmest on record since recordkeeping began in 1880 (source: NASA/GISS)." Climate change is a long-term change in the average weather patterns such as flooding, extreme weather, and drought. Both global warming and climate change can lead to adverse human health effects such as heat illness, worsening of chronic medical conditions such as asthma, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, mental illness, infectious disease, water-borne illnesses, and other negative health impacts. Nurse Practitioners may not understand what climate change and global warming are, the connection between them and their impact on health, and what they can do to help prevent and treat these health impacts. This presentation will help Nurse Practitioners better understand the interconnection between global warming, climate change, and its possible adverse health impacts and the interventions they can take to help their patients and communities adapt to these potential health impacts.

This presentation serves to review current statistical data of the incidence and prevalence of burnout amongst primary care providers, specifically advance practice nurses, and its' implications to the health and wellness of the provider as well as impact to patient care quality and safety outcomes. The presentation will provide burnout assessment tools that can be utilized by individuals and/or the health care systems to evaluate the organizational burnout climate. It will review common signs and symptoms of burnout to aid in identifying burnout and occupational stress in colleagues and other staff members. Lastly, the presentation will serve to provide actionable recommendations for individual and systems or organizational interventions to promote burnout prevention, early identification, and reduction strategies.

The explosion of artificial intelligence (AI) and technology has been gaining attention in recent years. However, AI has been evolving for the past several decades. There are several studies on using AI to assist with medical decision-making (MDM). Yet, application to the primary care setting needs to be better defined but has excellent potential to impact individual and population health significantly. MDM has been part of NP practice for decades. However, there needs to be more study on how and when NPs use them in practice. For NPs to provide evidence-based care, they must be committed to utilizing resources that can assist them with accurate and efficient diagnostic and assessment to aid with MDM. Other healthcare disciplines utilize AI for diagnosis, assessment, and evaluation, helping them with MDM. In this learning activity, the presenters will explore AI in healthcare and how NPs can use it in their MDM in primary care. The presenters will discuss several AIs and technologies in healthcare. The presenters will discuss case studies for knowledge application at the end of the presentation.

This presentation will review the typical and atypical dermatological manifestations of sexually transmitted infections. The variations in skin of color will be highlighted. The attendees should come away with a better understanding of the necessary physical assessment skills and knowledge of variations in appearance of sexually transmitted infection-associated skin conditions.

The prevalence of mental health disorders has risen significantly since the COVID-19 pandemic especially in the pediatric population. A common complaint to primary care providers is parental concern about their child's irritable mood, argumentative or defiant behavior, or aggression towards others, ranging from simple tantrums to engagement in explosive dangerous activities. These behaviors rise to clinically significant levels when they are persistent, severe, and/or inconsistent with age and development. A goal is to differentiate the more common causes of emotional dysregulation in children from the lesser ones. This presentation explores three pediatric mental health diagnoses associated with challenging behavioral problems in children: oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMMD), and intermittent explosive disorder (IED). Evidence-based treatment approaches designed to address behavioral and emotional problems associated with these disorders are discussed.

This one-hour platform presentation provides an overview of headache disorders seen less frequently in primary care. Through use of case-based learning, participants are introduced to typical patient presentation, the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and diagnostic criteria for tension-type headache, trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias (specific emphasis on cluster headache), benign exertional headache, and high and low headache pressure syndromes. The overlap in presentation by secondary headache disorders is addressed. Medication management, lifestyle changes, as well as procedural interventions, and the use of diagnostic testing is reviewed. Criteria for referral and the role of the primary care clinician in follow up is identified.

Various populations face exclusion from or limited access to high quality healthcare due to numerous social and demographic factors. Vulnerable and unhoused individuals lack the ability to establish primary care services. In this presentation, we will give evidence of the magnitude of this issue. We will further discuss a model of Inclusion Care which has been successfully implemented in consideration of these populations and their specific challenges. We will show evidence of a successful integrated mental health and primary care model for individuals in a particular community through the use of a mobile health program. We will further discuss the applicability of this model to other communities where barriers to care exist.

Nurse practitioners are not immune to misinformation emerging from popular media narratives surrounding human trafficking. Implicit bias and stigma in the absence of evidence-informed care contributes to clinical environments in which 60-87% of patients seeking healthcare while being trafficked remain unidentified and without vital connections to care resources. This presentation will examine common myths about human trafficking often shared by well-intentioned but ill-informed sources. Political rhetoric and media sensationalism can cloud the perceptions of health care providers encounter in their personal realms with impacts for the professional realm. The truth is that patients experiencing trafficking present across the care continuum and all care providers must be prepared to respond. Nurse practitioners will be empowered with the latest emerging trends and best available evidence to implement core competencies for trafficking response across health systems to include individual clinicians, academic institutions, research entities, and clinical care arenas.

Cancer is the second cause of death in the US next to heart disease. Cancer screening provides an opportunity to detect and diagnosis cancer at an early stage and result in the most optimal prognosis. Regardless of the focus of the NPs clinical practice, NPs need to be knowledgeable of the most common cancers, tools for detection and treatment, as well as strategies to promote primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention. Social determinants of health limit access to care. Often primary prevention and cancer screening is a luxury. Opportunities for cancer screening may present themselves when an individual is enrolled in school, hospitalized or a clinic setting.

This session will describe common cyanotic congenital heart lesions and discuss current therapies for them. We will also discuss long term issues seen in these patients and contemporary trends in care. This session should solidify knowledge of cyanotic cardiac malformations and their treatment.

The Nurse Corps Chiefs of the Air Force, Army, Navy and U.S. Public Health Service will meet individually with their respective service to discuss service specific developments, issues, and concerns. The Serice-Specific Branch Meetings are open to Active and Retired Military & USPHS Attendees ONLY.

The Nurse Corps Chiefs of the Air Force, Army, Navy and U.S. Public Health Service will meet individually with their respective service to discuss service specific developments, issues, and concerns. The Serice-Specific Branch Meetings are open to Active and Retired Military & USPHS Attendees ONLY.

The Nurse Corps Chiefs of the Air Force, Army, Navy and U.S. Public Health Service will meet individually with their respective service to discuss service specific developments, issues, and concerns. The Serice-Specific Branch Meetings are open to Active and Retired Military & USPHS Attendees ONLY.

The Nurse Corps Chiefs of the Air Force, Army, Navy and U.S. Public Health Service will meet individually with their respective service to discuss service specific developments, issues, and concerns. The Serice-Specific Branch Meetings are open to Active and Retired Military & USPHS Attendees ONLY.

This 3-hour seminar will provide primary care and psychiatric nurse practitioners with a comprehensive update in child and adolescent psychiatry. Participants will explore essential topics including evidence-based screening tools, in-depth psychopharmacologic recommendations for various psychiatric disorders, and effective family interventions. Non-pharmacologic approaches will be emphasized to enhance treatment outcomes. Additionally, the seminar will cover critical social determinants and other risk factors impacting mental health in young patients. Special attention will be given to substance use, self-harm, and suicide, addressing safety concerns with practical intervention strategies. Through interactive case studies and discussions, attendees will gain practical insights and skills to manage complex clinical scenarios confidently. By the end of the seminar, nurse practitioners will feel confident in their diagnosing and initiating safe treatment plans, thereby limiting delays in care and optimizing therapeutic outcomes. They will be equipped with the latest evidence-based knowledge and tools necessary to provide comprehensive care to children and adolescents with psychiatric disorders, ensuring improved patient outcomes and family support.

This interactive seminar will highlight "secrets" from expert endocrinology nurse practitioners that all primary care NPs should know. These practical tips will assist primary care NPs in delivering optimal care to patients with diabetes and commonly encountered general endocrinology conditions. Topics will include practical tips such as: pitfalls in Hemoglobin A1c (A1c) interpretation, thyroid hormone interpretation, optimizing thyroid hormone dosing, management of long-term glucocorticoids, evaluation and management of male hypogonadism, ordering and interpretation of endocrine labs and more. Participants will work on cases of common endocrine issues and work with faculty and colleagues to develop a plan of care consistent with updated endocrine and diabetes guidelines. Nurse practitioners will leave the seminar feeling empowered to better manage patients with diabetes and endocrine conditions in the primary care setting.

We are at a time of the ‘perfect storm’ with respect to challenges in vaccination across populations. Increasing numbers of vaccines for adults, reduced trust and confidence in vaccines among patients, barriers to access and payment, communication fatigue, and reduced resources to support vaccination initiatives are just a few of the current challenges. Addressing these challenges will require that nurse practitioner be equipped with a new set of practice competencies. This session will provide the current background regarding the growing vaccine pipeline, particularly relevant to the increasing adult population demographic, and the important role the medical home plays in vaccine acceptance and adherence. Demonstration, role playing, and active audience engagement will be used to reimagine the provision and availability of vaccines targeting the adult population in the medical home and how nurse practitioners can lead this critical change.

This presentation introduces the first national guidelines created by the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) for benzodiazepine titration to NP clinicians. Two NP members of the authoring task force will explore the key elements of the guidelines for clinical use and how they compare to current practice. Case studies and exemplars will be used to assist in application of the guidelines to various populations in the outpatient setting. Presenters will also briefly discuss guidelines for transition to care in high-risk patients.

Telehealth has become an established modality of health care following its rapid adoption during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, several providers were forced into using telehealth without any preparation or training. This lack of telehealth expertise resulted in overall decreased provider and patient satisfaction. Moreover, based on the authors' experiences, many providers are performing synchronous telehealth visits but fail to perform an exam to reinforce the suspected diagnoses. To increase provider and patient satisfaction and comfort with telehealth, it's important for providers to be proficient in tools and techniques to optimize the telehealth visit. The first is telehealth etiquette and professionalism, which are the soft skills that are usually lost during virtual visits. The second is using standard in-person physical assessment skills in the virtual platform. This presentation will help maximize telehealth visits to align with evidence-based standards of care. The top ten adult primary care chief complaints that can be completed through telehealth will be discussed, highlighting assessment skills using common household equipment and telehealth devices. Documentation, coding, and billing of telehealth visits will also be introduced.

Join us for an immersive, case-based learning program to enhance your diabetes management expertise. This live session builds on foundational online modules, offering a unique opportunity to tackle complex patient cases, apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios, develop personalized treatment plans using the latest guidelines and therapies, and create actionable work plans for seamless implementation in your healthcare setting. Through engaging discussions, you'll explore motivational interviewing techniques, cutting-edge treatments like GLP1-RAs, efficient clinic workflows, and strategies to overcome common barriers in diabetes care. This interactive program ensures you'll leave with immediately applicable skills to improve patient outcomes. We encourage you to enhance your learning by completing a complimentary, self-paced course on the same topic to earn additional CE credits. This enduring course is a foundation for the live content and will deepen your understanding.

Parkinson's disease (PD) is a chronic, progressive disorder that requires interdisciplinary care to allow the PD patient to live their best life. Caring for these patients is highly rewarding. This presentation will provide an overview and update on the management of PD. PD features, diagnostic criteria, the movement disorder examination, disease progression, medication management, surgical therapies including Deep Brain Stimulation, and interdisciplinary care throughout the continuum of disease will be examined. Hospitalization considerations, support for the caregiver and palliative care will be discussed.

This presentation will explore the implementation of an Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) screening protocol tailored for active-duty soldiers in a Family Medicine setting. Led by a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 27 years of military service, this session will provide a comprehensive overview of ACEs, their impact on the physical and mental health of military personnel, and the importance of early identification through structured screening. Attendees will learn about the development and execution of the ACEs screening protocol, with a focus on overcoming challenges such as staff knowledge gaps, documentation inconsistencies, and the unique needs of the military population. Through real-world examples and data-driven insights from a completed Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project, the presentation will highlight strategies for improving patient outcomes and enhancing mental health referrals. Nurse practitioners attending this session will leave equipped with practical tools for implementing ACEs screening in their own practice, methods for evaluating the success of the protocol, and insights into the role of leadership in driving successful healthcare interventions.

This presentation is designed for advanced practice nurses and APRN educators who are looking to refresh their assessment skills. Despite the lack of evidence supporting the use of many assessment techniques, many APRNs and APRN educators continue to practice and teach these methods. This presentation will discuss how an evidence-based approach lays the groundwork for the integration of wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention into clinical practice, thereby ensuring patient safety and high-quality cost-effective care. APRNs will review their advanced physical examination skills and be provided with the body of evidence on exam techniques that continue to be valid and reliable and those techniques, such as auscultation of bowel sounds and the primary care fundoscopic exam, that lack validity and reliability. The integration and appropriate use of labs and imaging will also be reviewed. Assessments that are evidence-based and integral to each patient encounter will be discussed.

Early identification of psychosis in primary care is critical in improving outcomes and quality of life. Primary care nurse practitioners are poised to play a crucial role and are often the first point of contact. Recognizing psychosis in a timely manner can promote early intervention and potentially avoid poor outcomes and lasting adverse health effects. Prolonged untreated psychosis can disrupt neuroplasticity, which may hinder the brain's capacity to adapt and reorganize, which can impact cognition and social functioning and worsen subsequent psychotic episodes. This presentation seeks to provide the learner with the identification of common symptoms and causes of psychosis, the neuroplasticity theory, and specific intervention recommendations for the primary care nurse practitioner, including psychosocial and pharmacologic interventions.

Stress fractures occur frequently within the first month of basic combat training. This presentation will discuss the many risk factors that increase the likelihood of a stress fracture in the military recruit population, diagnostic tools, and the unique treatment plan.

Nurse Practitioners (NPs) contribute to promoting individualized care for patients in many ways, including providing high value care. Evaluating the impact of nurse practitioner (NP) practice has become a priority area of focus for demonstrating outcomes. However, NPs often report difficulty establishing impact. A number of quality measures are available to enable population and practice specific evaluation of NP roles and initiatives. Various resources, toolkits and initiatives further support the efforts to evaluate NP practice quality and patient care. The imperative to demonstrate high value care in NP practice will only increase as NPs become the provider of choice for patients in all practice settings. This session will highlight strategies for demonstrating impact of the NP role using examples from NP-led initiatives, engaging the audience in discussion.

This presentation will discuss how hereditary colon cancer became genetically linked to endometrial, prostate, bladder, ureteral, brain and sebaceous carcinomas to become genetically linked. It will provide and guide the NP with information and data to guide history taking which can lead to early recognition, diagnosis and treatment of associated cancers. Other first-degree relatives can be evaluated as well. Randomized trials of vaccines and immunological treatments currently being conducted will be discussed.

This presentation will review recent cases of infants and children who presented to their primary care office or to the hospital with symptoms commonly seen in this age group. In each of these cases, the proper diagnosis was missed on the initial visit. In fact, these diagnoses can be frequently missed in children. This will be an interactive session with a case presentation format. Patient data will be introduced, and the audience will be asked to manage the patient. Will the audience correctly identify the severity of the illness and proper diagnosis? Symptoms will include nausea, near syncope, syncope, and lethargy. The red flags for providers will be identified. Finally, there will be a discussion about diagnosis and treatment options.

Photosensitivity skin reactions refers to various symptoms, diseases, and conditions caused by or aggravated by exposure to sunlight. Often these patients will initially present to urgent care, primary care, and/or emergency care providers for evaluation. This presentation will review the classifications of photosensitivity reactions. Presentation, pathophysiology, appropriate diagnostic workup, and pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic treatments will be discussed for the various reactions. Reactions discussed will include but not be limited to drug induced reactions, lupus, porphyrias, and polymorphous light eruption. Case studies will be reviewed to help the practitioner identify these reactions and aid in prompt treatment of patients.

In a recent Pediatric Review, 8.9% of US children or 1 out of 9, aged 3-17 years of age are diagnosed with ADHD and the prevalence rate increases with advancing age. As clinicians, we are screening, managing medications, and coordinating referrals for specialty care for patients with ADHD. The American Academy of Pediatricians supports schools and pediatricians working together to support our patients with ADHD. This presentation will provide an overview of a nurse practitioner-led program focused on educating elementary school teachers to enhance the social environment for students with ADHD. This education includes information on symptoms of ADHD, potential triggers for behavior issues, viewing the ADHD diagnosis through the lens of the patient, and evidence-based interventions that can help students with ADHD succeed academically and socially. By collaborating with nurse practitioners, teachers can develop individualized plans to support students with ADHD, promote positive behavior, and improve academic outcomes. The partnership between nurse practitioners and educators is essential to improve the educational experience and overall well-being of pediatric patients with ADHD.

Advanced practice nurses (APNs) work in diverse specialties, practice types, and organizational structures. Over the past 20 years, advanced practice leadership has become a rapidly changing area of expertise, and many large organizations have well-established AP leadership support structures to support the hundreds of advanced practice professionals who provide a large percentage of patient care. Because of the high impact and cost of advanced practice nurses, a high level of scrutiny and focus on the productivity, deployment, and retention of these APNs is prevalent and many best practices are now supported either by evidence, organizational experience, or recommendations from healthcare advisory groups. This session will review available evidence, published recommendations, and multiple case studies examining the state of the evidence in advanced practice leadership. Deployment, practice models, leadership structures, compensation models, and recruitment/retention strategies will be examined critically. Ample time will be allowed for an active question & answer session which will provide a forum for participants to share their experiences, frustrations, and successes.

Whether you are a new Nurse Practitioner or a seasoned professional, sharing your clinical expertise is important! This session will provide a primer on the key components of writing a publishable manuscript and the skills needed to become a peer reviewer. Resources for honing your skills, tips for successful manuscript submission, and components of effective peer review will be presented and discussed.

This presentation on behalf of the elected Nominations Council of AANP presents the opportunities within the organization to participate in elected and non-elected leadership opportunities. The Nominations Council members will review the process and participate in a panel discussion to encourage members to actively participate in AANP. This session is informational only and is not accredited for continuing education credit.

This presentation will begin with a brief description of our Evidence Based Practice (EBP) project. We will outline the identified problem of health care worker burnout, discuss solutions based on current literature, and review the implementation of a 30-minute educational class on a mindfulness-based bundled strategy given over 8 weeks to a total of 127 participants, analysis of results from pre/post-class surveys, and implications for health care workers. We will provide additional education on the increasing scope and scale of burnout among health care workers across diverse populations and specialties. Differences between stress and burnout, stages of burnout, and the signs and symptoms associated with each stage will be discussed. Mindfulness-based strategies that are quick and easy to implement and supported by the literature to reduce burnout among health care workers will be reviewed. Four of these strategies, Letter of Gratitude, For Others, Three Good Things, and Meditation will be discussed in detail and include practical exercises for the latter three strategies. Recommendations on how to implement these strategies in the workplace and how the Nurse Practitioner (NP) can benefit from these strategies in their various roles will also be outlined.

This presentation will focus on streamlining care for pre-obesity and the chronic, progressive, relapsing neuroendocrine disease of obesity that affects 70% of Americans. Two NPs with decades of experience in obesity management will candidly share top tips for consideration of implementation into your practice. Obesity treatment guidelines will be reviewed from the application frame. Effort will be made to share systematic processes and solutions to barriers that have been developed and tested in their practices. Participants will be encouraged to consider, adopt, modify and approach this large patient population with a fresh prospective to deliver efficient, high-quality, evidence-based care.

This presentation offers an in-depth exploration of alcohol withdrawals and treatment. Participants will learn how to identify the symptoms and stages of alcohol withdrawal, from mild to severe ensuring recognition of critical signs in patients. The discussion will dive into the psychological and psychological process involved in alcohol withdrawal. Providing a comprehensive explanation of how these processes involved in alcohol withdrawal, providing a comprehensive explanation of how these processes impact the whole person. Participants will learn to use specific assessment tools and scales to evaluate the severity of withdrawals symptoms in patients. Practical demonstrations and case studies will enhance this application. By the end of this presentation attendees will be equipped with the tools to provide compassionate and effective care, enhancing their ability to support patients through alcohol withdrawals.

This session is unique as it prepares NPs to know what to do if they find themselves at the scene of a mass shooting incident and or at the bedside caring for victims and families. This interactive and engaging lecture and case-based session guides NPs through a mass shooting event. Careful attention is paid to equipping attendees with knowledge of the emergency response. Hemorrhagic shock is common with mass shootings. On-scene hemorrhage control interventions are reviewed.

Sleep is a crucial biological need for humans. Sleep disorders affect the quality of life and can impact morbidity and mortality. A 2023 Gallop poll found that 36% of women report get the sleep they need, consistently less than their male counterparts at 48%. Women are more prone than men to develop sleep disorders, the difference begins in puberty and persist through life. Hormonal changes associated with menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause can alter a woman's circadian rhythm, and consequently contribute to sleeplessness, and insomnia. Childrearing and working demands also affect the ability to schedule sleep and the quality of sleep obtained by women. Women are also more likely to have certain parasomnias including nocturnal sleep-related eating disorders and restless legs syndrome. and after menopause, obstructive sleep apnea becomes more prevalent. This session will explore the differences in gender on sleep, identification of sleep issues with women with treatment options.

Alcohol and other drug use among our nation's youth remains a major public health problem. Adolescent use of illicit substances imposes an enormous burden on individuals, families, and communities. Each use of drugs evokes rapid positive reinforcement, either as a result of the rush (euphoria induced by the drug), alleviation of disturbed effects, alleviation of withdrawal symptoms, or a combination of all of the above. One of the adverse outcomes of adolescent substance use is the increased risk of addiction in those who start smoking, drinking, and taking drugs before they are 18 years old. Some adolescents advance to levels of use and consequences that meet criteria for substance use disorders (SUDs) and are at high risk for its continuation in adulthood. This presentation aims to increase HCP's knowledge regarding SUD's incidence, prevalence, and impact on adolescents. The incidence and prevalence of SUD will be discussed. The impact of adolescent SUD is reviewed. Commonly used substances will also be reviewed. This substance use is associated with a greater likelihood of developing substance dependence or disorders as an adult. This reinforces the important role of the HCP in being knowledgeable about and comfortably screening for substance use disorders in adolescents.

Cancer and cardiovascular disease are the leading cause of death in the United States and in developed countries. Patients with cancer and cardiovascular disease share several common baseline risk factors, including obesity, poor diet, hypertension, sedentary lifestyle, tobacco and/or alcohol use, diabetes, and genetic predisposition. Many patients who are undergoing cancer treatment have cardiovascular adverse effects. With the advances in cancer therapy, there is an increasing growth in cancer survivorship. Many of these patients seek care in the community clinics and general hospitals. The complex population of cancer patients with CVD presents unique challenges to clinical care. The advanced practice providers play a significant role in the management of the cardiovascular issues in patients with cancer. They can assess for risk factors, implement prevention strategies (optimizing the management of other chronic comorbidities such as diabetes, renal issues), and improve the complex, coordinated care of patients receiving cardiotoxic drugs throughout the cancer continuum.

Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease affects over 34% of our patients. There are important short- and long-term consequences. Who is at risk? How should these patients be assessed? How should they be treated? What are the controversies that still need to be addressed? Please join Dr Peter Buch for a case based, practical, very interactive and fun seminar where you will develop and algorithm that can immediately be used in your practice.

This presentation will provide an overview of the success of the AANP International Ambassador program from inception to today (2018-2025). This presentation will highlight the successes of former international ambassadors after their participation and attendance in the AANP conference, provide an update on the progress of the APN role in their respective countries, and engage the 2025 Ambassadors in providing a brief introduction of themselves and a description of the role of the APN in their respective countries. This presentation will also provide descriptive statistics on the Ambassadors and the countries that they represent.

The recent conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan greatly advanced our knowledge of combat casualty care, resulting in increased survival rates. But the large-scale combat of the future will likely occur in a contested and kinetic environment, without the advantages of air superiority, unrestricted maneuver, and reliable communications. Medical forces across the US military are preparing for this future and focused on the problems of disrupted evacuation and prolonged casualty care. Currently, the operational role of advance practice RNs is poorly defined, and the capabilities we bring to the fight are not well understood. We will review the medical challenges of large-scale combat operations, examine the skills relevant to prolonged casualty care, and discuss how APRNs are suited to meet these challenges.

Adolescent anxiety prevalence has increased significantly. Anxiety is the most common mental health condition seen in adolescents. There are several subtypes of anxiety that are seen more in adolescents: specific phobias, social anxiety disorder, separation anxiety disorder, agoraphobia, panic disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder. This presentation will review the subtypes of anxiety and the diagnostic criteria for each. We will identify current national screening recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. The focus on the presentations will be on pharmacological interventions for adolescents with anxiety. We will review common uses, potential adverse effects, and notes for the NP for each treatment discussed. The presentation will review pearls for practice from two nurse practitioners that treat adolescents with anxiety weekly. Lastly, we will review patient education on methodologies to decrease anxiety outside of pharmacological interventions.

The prevalence of low back pain in adults in the United States is 39% and is one of the most common reasons for patients seeking care. These visits can be difficult and time consuming for the patient and NP alike. Streamlining a thorough, but quick, history and physical exam can allow the NP to give expert care within the confines of a typical visit length. This presentation will review the common differential diagnosis for low back pain with or without radicular symptoms, demonstrate the crucial components for a physical exam, review imaging guidelines and findings, red flags and current treatment options. It's a one stop shop for the low back pain review that you wish you had multiple times over the last month as the patients with back pain keep coming.

This presentation explores cervical spine injuries with the aim to provide both primary and acute care providers a comprehensive understanding of cervical spine injury. The aims of this presentation are to highlight the importance of cervical spine injury identification and management. Cervical spine anatomy will be reviewed using both radiology and non-radiology methods. Spine injuries will be categorized along with supporting neurological signs and symptoms. Diagnostic imaging will be discussed using X-ray, CT and MRI imaging. Surgical and non-surgical management options are outlined with highlighted sections on routine healing and complications from the injury. A review of non-pharmacological and pharmacological pain management strategies will focus on management of acute pain syndrome control. Post-injury care in the out of hospital setting will include rehabilitation and clinic follow-up

Ear, nose and throat complaints are very common presentations in primary care practices, making up for roughly 10% of all complaints. These commonly include ear pain, hearing loss, vertigo, allergies and skin lesions. Primary care NPs should be able to diagnose and manage many of these problems. This presentation will focus on managing chronic and acute primary care ENT complaints including ear pain, tinnitus, vertigo, allergies and sinusitis and lymphadenopathy. This presentation will assist NPs to improve assessment skills and determine when imaging is necessary and how to use subjective and objective patient information to increase diagnostic accuracy for improved patient treatment. It can reduce unnecessary referrals to subspecialty. The presentation will use evidence-based treatment options and incorporate case studies applicable to primary care and urgent care settings.

This presentation will review the assessment and treatment of uncomplicated and complicated urinary tract infections and urosepsis. This presentation will highlight the anatomy of the genitourinary tract, and common microorganisms causing urinary tract infections when the nurse practitioner should seek expert consultation and management of urosepsis.

Omalizumab, a biologic, received FDA approval in 2024 for the treatment of IgE-mediated food allergy to protect against accidental exposure to allergens and any subsequent allergic reaction. The medication was approved after successful clinical trials in the Omalizumab as Monotherapy and as Adjunct Therapy to Multi-Allergen OIT in Food Allergic Children and Adults (OUtMATCH) study which showed treatment with the medication was superior to placebo in improving tolerance of allergens. The medication has a proven safety record for conditions that co-exist with food allergy. However, due to a risk of anaphylaxis, the recommendation is for the medication to be administered in the clinician's office for the first three doses before proceeding with home injections. This presentation will provide the primary care clinician with information on the medication's mechanism of action, how to identify eligibility criteria for the medication for the treatment of IgE -mediated food allergy, dosing recommendations, how to monitor the response to the medication, and allergist recommendations on the criteria for stopping the medication. Considerations for access to the medication for vulnerable populations will be discussed. In addition, any ongoing clinical trials, research to date, and any updates on medications for food allergy will also be presented.

Endometriosis affects 10% of U.S. women, yet the time to diagnosis is on average 7 years from symptom presentation. Symptoms are frequently underrecognized or misattributed to other disease processes, such as IBS. Women from underserved communities are disproportionately affected by this failure to properly diagnose. In the meantime, the health consequences are frequently debilitating. This presentation aims to increase awareness of the latest research in endometriosis in terms of disease process, identification of those affected through thoughtful assessment and work-up, and education on current treatment options. Attendees will leave the presentation better equipped to consider endometriosis on their differential diagnosis for future and existing patients, improving the quality of life for those suffering from this "silent disease".

Provide attendees with basic information and skills to begin to effectively communicate with elected officials on issues of health policy as they pertaining to NP practice and patient care.

Eosinophilic asthma, a distinct subtype of asthma, is characterized by persistent airway inflammation and elevated eosinophil levels. These immune cells play a pivotal role in the immune response to allergens and infections. However, in eosinophilic asthma, immune dysregulation and an overactive Th2-mediated immune response leads to the release of pro-inflammatory mediators by eosinophils. Consequently, the airways become inflamed, broncho constricted, and damaged. This severe phenotype is associated with recurrent exacerbations, limited responsiveness to standard asthma treatments, and an increased risk of severe symptoms and hospitalizations. Patients with eosinophilic asthma frequently experience acute exacerbations triggered by allergens or respiratory infections. The hallmark symptoms - wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness - can be particularly challenging to manage. This presentation will delve into the etiology, clinical manifestations, evidence-based management strategies, and an intriguing patient case. In conclusion, while eosinophilic asthma poses diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, heightened awareness among primary care clinicians can lead to effective management and improved patient outcomes.

Alzheimer's disease and age-related dementia (ADRD) and diabetes mellitus co-occur more frequently in older adults than would be expected by chance alone. Further, the co-prevalence of ADRD and diabetes is expected to increase in the United States over the next 30 years contributing to higher health care costs and placing additional burden on the nurse practitioners that care for these patients. This presentation will review key aspects of identifying and managing cognitive decline in older adults with diabetes. An overview of the problem and a deep understanding of appropriate assessment and treatment strategies will be reviewed; including mitigation of hypoglycemia, deprescribing medications known to cause hypoglycemia, and use of clinical guideline directed diabetes medications (GLP1R agonists and SGLT2 inhibitors). Case studies will also be reviewed to support learning and guide appropriate referrals when necessary.

Maternal mortality has been steadily on the rise for the last decade. The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG) has partnered with eighteen non-obstetric provider groups to combat these rising rates in the United States (US). This initiative was made public in 2024 and targets first-line medical professionals who often encounter pregnant or postpartum women in non-obstetric settings. The initiative offers education and resources to assist providers with recognizing, diagnosing, and treating emergencies that affect this population. We will first review who is at risk for OB emergencies and how to identify them quickly. We will then discuss the focus areas of this education, including three of the most significant causes of maternal mortality: maternal mental health, cardiovascular disease, and hypertensive emergencies. We will review each topic's incidence, risk factors, tools for recognition, and management and discuss what new public resources are available for providers. Finally, we will review the role of the nurse practitioner in a new approach to quickly identify and manage OB emergencies. Not only can early recognition, stabilization, and treatment save the lives of mothers, but we can also be instrumental in spreading this information to other providers, broadening the impact of this initiative.

In this presentation, nurse practitioners in primary care will gain essential insights and practical strategies to address the growing challenge of heat stress and its impact on patients with chronic diseases. Through a comprehensive approach, we will focus on enhancing assessment skills, integrating preventive measures, and strengthening patient education. Enhance Assessment Skills: Learn to effectively assess and identify patients at higher risk of heat-related complications, considering clinical factors and social determinants of health during routine primary care visits. Integrate Preventive Measures: Discover evidence-based preventive measures and management plans that can be incorporated into primary care practice to reduce the impact of heat stress on patients with chronic diseases while considering social and environmental influences. Strengthen Patient Education: Explore innovative patient education strategies to communicate the risks associated with heat stress and chronic diseases, empowering patients to take proactive steps in managing their health and preventing adverse outcomes. By the end of this session, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to better support their patients in mitigating the effects of heat stress, ultimately improving health outcomes and quality of life for those with chronic conditions.

In recent years, advanced practice providers have experienced higher levels of burnout and declining mental health as documented in the literature. This negatively impacts job satisfaction, retention rates and quality of patient care. Several factors make it hard for nurse practitioners to find the time during their workday to prioritize their personal well-being while providing patient care. Workplace wellness initiatives have attempted to alleviate these rising scores but often fail to allow time for participation. This workplace wellness intervention attempts to meet nurse practitioners where they are by hosting bite-size well-being activities. Following completion of the quality improvement intervention, pre and post-test results will be calculated utilizing a paired t-test for overall group and individual comparison. This session hopes to offer practical recommendations to integrate wellness into daily work while still prioritizing quality patient care and decreasing overall burnout.

Participants will be introduced to a systematic assessment tool adapted for the homeless population and currently taught at the University of Arizona. This evidence-based approach begins with an understanding of the sociological issues and how barriers to care affect treatment and outcomes. In addition, recent studies and nationwide polls have found that health care workers are 5x more likely to experience workplace violence than employees in all other industries. Nearly 70% of emergency nurses report being hit or kicked and nearly half of ED physicians report having been physically assaulted while at work. Through case scenarios presented by the real instructors, the homeless, and hands-on practice, participants will learn how this systematic review, the validated tools, the field-tested techniques and a unique evidence-based de-escalation approach can optimize health outcomes for the homeless and the safety of those who care for this population. Nurse practitioners can be on the forefront of addressing healthcare disparities through community collaboration and lead the improvement of health outcomes and safety protocols in their clinics, emergency departments and hospitals, by utilizing this set of validated skills and tools which have been proven to impact healthcare for this population in underserved environments. *Participants will receive CCHS-A Certification*

This interactive workshop addresses the critical need to align health professions education with the evolving requirements of contemporary healthcare systems, responding to the call to action by national healthcare organizations. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of assessment strategies, differentiating between cognitive and behavioral evaluations. Foundational documents such as the AACN's "The Essentials" and the NONPF's "Nurse Practitioner Role Core Competencies" will be examined, providing a robust framework for implementing competency-based education (CBE) as a faculty or preceptor. The workshop will delve into backward design and competency-based assessment principles, equipping attendees with the knowledge to develop and apply effective assessment tools. A key focus will be on measuring NP competence through practical, evidence-based methods. Interactive sessions will guide participants in the development of a competency-based evaluation tool, ensuring they leave with actionable strategies to advance CBE. By the end of this workshop, attendees will be prepared to bridge the academic-practice gap, fostering the development of highly competent, practice-ready nurse practitioners.

This session will provide a review of common and newer medications used or encountered in emergency care settings. Using case studies, clinical vignettes, and a body system approach, we will review select medications. This review will cover mechanisms of actions, indications, side effects, interactions, considerations for monitoring, related guidelines, and supporting evidence. By the end of this session, emergency nurse practitioners will have a renewed understanding of common medications used to manage both acute and chronic conditions.

This 60-minute podium presentation will explore the current U.S. trends of bacterial sexually transmitted infection in the U.S. and among vulnerable populations, including pregnant women and the LGBTQ+ population. Participants will examine the CDC's evidence of antimicrobial resistance and the current pharmacologic regimens recommended for treating STIs. Participants will be instructed on how to access bacterial STI information in their region of practice. Participants will also actively contribute to the presented case-study management and evaluate the care provided.

We invite you to join us for an essential presentation focusing on the critical role of state boards of nursing and the complex landscape of licensure regulation. As healthcare professionals, it is our fundamental duty to possess a comprehensive understanding of the statutes and regulations that govern our scope of practice. This presentation will provide invaluable insights into the resources and tools necessary to navigate the statute and administrative code that outline your professional boundaries and responsibilities. You'll learn how to access and apply these regulations to your daily practice, not only enhancing patient care but also serving as a robust defense against potential malpractice claims. Additionally, we will demystify licensure complaints and offer guidance on how to respond effectively and protect your professional standing. This knowledge is crucial for every healthcare professional seeking to practice confidently within the regulatory framework of our field.

The Opioid Epidemic is a significant phenomenon in our nation's public health history. As Nurse Practitioners, it is crucial that we hone our skills to become confident in identifying and managing those at risk in our community who struggle with opioid use, regardless of the clinical setting in which we find ourselves. In this presentation, front-line data will be shared from APRNs in various agencies staffed by USPHS officers. This data represents a substantial impact - both personal, and statistically - achieved by single individuals, successfully demonstrating how just one provider is capable make a significant difference in the health and safety of the nation.

This presentation will explore the differential of Alpha Gal Syndrome (AGS) aka alpha-gal allergy aka red meat allergy aka mammalian meat allergy (MMA) in persons with unexplained anaphylaxis and/or urticaria. Participants will significantly accelerate the current 5-year time-to-diagnosis with increased knowledge about this tick bite associated condition, diagnostic confirmation, treatment, and strategies to assist patients to have a better quality of life.

This training will equip learners with the confidence and practical expertise to conduct culturally sensitive supportive care discussions - including Advance Care Planning, goals of care, and hospice and palliative care—across various patient demographics within high-paced primary care settings. Additionally, it provides foundational knowledge about palliative care and hospice, key to making informed and timely patient referrals. Participants will depart the training with a skill set that enables them to adeptly manage and apply supportive care practices in their professional roles.

Diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD) are two prevalent conditions that often co-exist, and each are associated with increased cardiovascular risk. Diabetes is the leading cause of CKD. This presentation will discuss the pharmacological and lifestyle management of adults with diabetes and CKD. Approaches to improve cardio-renal outcomes beyond glycemic control will also be addressed. More specifically, this session will focus on management of the T2DM patient with an emphasis on cardio-renal pharmacological management. After a review of the multiple complex pathophysiological abnormalities of T2DM, various cardio-renal medication options will be explored with case application. The value of this presentation will be to explore the "sea of options" and to determine the best therapeutic approach for individual patients. The goal of this presentation is to advance T2DM cardiorenal therapy with confidence since getting to goal can be difficult.

Immunizations are the most effective intervention to prevent illness in infants and children worldwide, yet we are seeing a growing number of parents choose not to immunize their children. This presentation will review current immunization rates of children and adolescents in the U.S. and worldwide to inform the NP provider of the importance of getting every child fully vaccinated. The updated ACIP/CDC 2025 recommended child and adolescent immunizations will be discussed and strategies for encouraging parents to get their children vaccinated will be examined. Resources for practice will be shared to enable the NP to incorporate multiple methods for encouraging families to fully immunize their children.

Several studies have discovered structural and functional changes in brain development associated with ACEs and associated toxic stressors. Theses neurobiological changes are associated with greater risk of adult chronic conditions to include cardiovascular disease, stroke, cancer, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, kidney disease, diabetes, obesity, post-traumatic stress disorder and depression, as well as increased health risk behaviors such as substance abuse. This presentation discusses the neurobiology of ACEs and how it directly impacts the physical and mental health of a client and evidenced based preventative care for patients at risk for developing chronic illness.

This presentation will describe mechanisms of injury associated with blunt chest trauma; verbalize the type of shock (hemorrhagic, obstructive, and cardiogenic) that can occur in blunt chest trauma; review the vital sign changes in the 4 classes of hemorrhagic shock; review the indications for crystalloid fluid and blood/blood product (mass transfusion protocol) administration; compare and contrast the physical exam findings of traumatic hemopericardium differ from those of medical pericardial effusions; review electrocardiogram, point of care ultrasound/echocardiogram, and chest computed tomography findings seen laboratory findings common in blunt cardiac injury; compare and contrast how the exam findings of blunt aortic injury differ from those of aortic dissection; review chest radiograph, computed tomographic, and laboratory findings of blunt aortic injury; describe medical management and surgical intervention of hemopericardium (pericardial effusion); and describe pharmacologic interventions to control heart rate and blood pressure in blunt aortic injury before and after thoracic endovascular aortic repair. There will be a presentation of a brief case study and 10 minutes for a Q&A.

It has been widely reported that healthcare professionals feel unprepared to navigate encounters with patients on the autism spectrum. Attendees will learn updated, practical strategies for achievement of care partnerships with this vulnerable group, appraised to possess more unmet healthcare needs than any other special needs population. Actions learned may be applied to clinical practice with the goal of improving care outcomes for patients with autism spectrum disorder across the lifespan.

This presentation will focus on common ear complaints seen in the ER, Urgent Care, and Primary Care setting (including pediatrics). Otalgia in the absence of otitis externa is frequently misdiagnosed as middle ear fluid. We will go over the most common cause of otalgia presenting to the UC/ER - TMD exacerbation- with diagnostic video and treatment algorithm. Sudden hearing loss occurs 66,000/year in US. Determining conductive versus sensorineural loss is key to avoid risking permanent hearing loss. Participants will learn best diagnostic practices leading to best treatment and referral patterns. We will go over most common Tympanic Membrane presentations (myringosclerosis, TM perforations, retracted TM, Cholesteatomata) using HD images and videos. Techniques such as the valsalva maneuver, tuning fork, pneumatic otoscope, and tympanometry will be presented with HD videos to help increase diagnostic accuracy to >90%. We will discuss the need to confirm the resolution of pediatric serous otitis media by 3 months (and best techniques to do this). Children who have persistent SOM are at risk of speech, language, and developmental delay. We will also discuss another very common cause of ear pressure and fullness (early stages of Ménière's disease) which often presents to ER and Urgent Care - and best treatments.

The best colonoscopy screening tool is the one a patient will complete. Despite efforts by the United States Multi-Society Task Force (MSTF) in 2017 to unite and update colorectal screening guidelines and testing methods, Americans continue to miss the mark. Missed screenings, allow colon cancer, a cancer which is largely preventable through early detection, to remain the third most common cancer in the United States (American Society of Clinical Oncologists, 2023). The United States Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) (2021) most current recommendations for colorectal screening guidelines for average-risk adults are grade A for adults ages 50 to 75 and grade B for adults ages 45 to 50. These recommendations included multiple testing methods, which are both invasive and non-invasive based on patient preference. Rates of colorectal cancer in adults over the age of 50 have started to show a decline. Early-onset colorectal cancer has seen a sharp rise since the mid-1990s. The reasons for this are unclear and early recognition is necessary as these cancers often occur at late stages.

The presentation will discuss the outpatient treatment of both a breast abscess and breast pain. We will go over etiology, epidemiology, history & physical, clinical features, diagnosis, treatment options, prognosis, complications, and when to refer to specialty.

It is well known that post-op complications harm patients and have financial implications for the healthcare system. Over a decade ago, the concept of "prehabilitation"and "optimization" of patients undergoing elective surgery began to emerge in the literature. A growing body of evidence supported the idea that improvements in chronic medical conditions, nutrition, and physical fitness could decrease post-op complications. In collaboration with Anesthesiologists, Surgeons, Nurses (including Advanced Practice), and Leadership, healthcare systems began establishing clinics aimed at helping patients improve their health prior to surgery. This led to improved post-op outcomes. In this 60-minute presentation, I will discuss current evidence-based recommendations for pre-op testing. I will identify interventions shown to improve health, nutrition, and physical fitness prior to elective surgery and share practical ideas on how to incorporate them into a Primary Care pre-op assessment.

An estimated 20% of adults will have some form of venous disease in their life, making this a common complaint for many PCPs. Varicose veins can lead to irreversible complications if not identified and treated appropriately, including lymphedema, VTEs, and venous ulcers. Learn how to properly identify these patients and how to best manage their care. Learn about deep and superficial venous anatomy, ordering and interpreting duplex ultrasound reports, and surgical and non-surgical management of this common disease. We will cover best practice guidelines for the pharmacological and non-pharmacological management of VTEs in the outpatient setting. This presentation's goal is to highlight the importance of early identification of venous disease, and prescribing the appropriate treatment, in order to minimize complications from this common problem.

Menopause is an important transition for women who are also aging that has a big impact on their health. How can we as providers improve the overall health of women in menopause? Could something as simple as gut health become a game changer for women to age healthier? This presentation hopes to sift through all the research and provide answers to how women in menopause could possibly age healthier by improving their gut microbiome.

Keeping up with new medications, particularly given the recent trend towards direct-to-consumer advertising, is one of the true challenges of primary care. Dr. Wright will focus on the top new, widely used medications, including their appropriate uses, adverse effects and drug interactions.

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In this session, we will delve into what it takes to excel as a nurse practitioner preceptor. We will explore the pivotal role of preceptors in shaping the professional development of future advanced practice nurses. Key topics include essential qualities such as clinical competence and effective communication, strategies for creating a supportive learning environment and navigating challenges in precepting. Join us as we uncover how exemplary preceptors inspire and empower the next generation of healthcare leaders.

This presentation explores the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare information dissemination and education. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of AI's capabilities, focusing on natural language processing and machine learning. We will examine how AI tools, such as GPT models, can generate patient education materials, professional articles, and presentations, enhancing both patient engagement and professional development. The session will include practical examples and case studies demonstrating AI's effectiveness in creating tailored educational resources, improving clinical decision support, and streamlining administrative tasks. We will discuss the benefits of AI, including efficiency, personalization, and accessibility, as well as the challenges, such as ensuring accuracy, addressing ethical considerations, and integrating AI into existing workflows. Furthermore, attendees will learn how to formulate strategies for adopting AI technologies in their practice, enhancing patient care and operational efficiency. The presentation will conclude with a discussion on future directions and innovations in AI, providing a roadmap for leveraging AI in telehealth, remote monitoring, and beyond.

This presentation will cover military sexual trauma and the collaborative care approach. NPs provide care to sexual assault trauma patients and some of these NPs work at a military treatment facility and the VA. Attendees will understand how to provide trauma informed care along with the collaborative team that cares for the victims.

Nurse practitioners frequently engage in the medical management of older adult patients (65 years and older) in outpatient and inpatient settings. Comorbidities, medication interactions, and medication adherence can make pharmaceutical prescribing a challenging process and may place older adult patients at higher risk for developing adverse drug events when receiving potentially inappropriate medications. The purpose of this presentation is to provide nurse practitioners with updates on best prescribing practices for older adults in primary and acute care. This presentation will include a focused review of the 2023 American Geriatrics Society Updated Beers Criteria® and will center on optimizing prescribing patterns and minimizing the use of potentially inappropriate medications. Content will include information on deprescribing; resources for selecting appropriate medications within a given class of pharmaceutical agents; improving medication monitoring; enhancing patient education; and improving medication adherence. A particular emphasis will be placed on the updates associated with prescribing anticoagulants in older patients with atrial fibrillation and venous thromboembolism and prescribing oral agents for glycemic control in patients with diabetes mellitus type II.

Nurse practitioners are often asked to precept NP students, new graduate NPs, and/or even learners from other professions in support of interprofessional education. In this presentation, attendees will explore the important elements of the clinical learning environment (CLE) that impact the learner's sense of belonging and success. They will learn skills around how to create inclusive learning environments and practice setting the stage with learners around issues such as microaggressions that may arise in the clinical learning environment. Lastly, participants will identify best practices to engage in feedback conversations with learners to support their growth and development in the clinical environment.

The goal of this presentation is to update APPs on the changes or additions to the current body of science in gastroenterology and hepatology. This will include optimizing identification of disease diagnosis, evaluation, and management/treatment.

This presentation will critically analyze the impact of key social determinants of health on medication adherence and their subsequent effects on chronic disease outcomes. We will explore disparities in life expectancy and disease burden across neighboring zip codes, highlighting the influence of increased health disparities and the differences of experiences that are seen in these different areas. Furthermore, the presentation will investigate the roles of access to healthcare facilities, food deserts, and pharmacy deserts in contributing to medication nonadherence. In-depth examination of methods for eliciting information from patients about social determinants of health and the significance of health literacy in enhancing patient outcomes will be provided. Strategies for improvement will be discussed, with a strong emphasis on multidisciplinary collaboration involving pharmacy, social work, and community healthcare organizations. The presentation aims to foster awareness and empathy regarding patients' situations, ensuring a holistic understanding of the challenges they face.

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often go undiagnosed in childhood, particularly in males, and can persist into adulthood, significantly impacting overall well-being and functionality. This presentation focuses on the three objectives mentioned above, aiming to empower primary care Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in identifying and managing ADD/ADHD in adult males who have never been diagnosed. By deepening the understanding of ADD/ADHD as a multifactorial condition, attendees will gain insights into its prevalence, risk factors, and implications for men's health.

Heart disease is a significant health concern among American women, being the leading cause of death for them. Shockingly, only half of women are aware of this fact, highlighting the urgent need for increased awareness and education on the subject. Symptoms of a heart attack in women can manifest differently from men, making it crucial for women to recognize these signs promptly to prevent potentially fatal consequences. Despite advancements in the field, coronary artery disease rates in young women are rising, signaling the need for enhanced preventive measures and healthcare access. Gender-specific risk factors play a pivotal role in women's cardiovascular health, necessitating a tailored approach to heart disease prevention and management. Addressing treatment and testing disparities, along with the underrepresentation of women in heart disease research, is crucial to eliminating gender-based gaps in healthcare delivery. By equipping women with knowledge about heart disease, gender specific risks factors, and its unique manifestations in females, we empower them to prioritize their health, seek timely care, and advocate for gender-appropriate medical solutions.

In a case study format, the presenter will review cutaneous eruptions seen in adult and geriatric patients who present to primary care. The goal of this presentation is to help Nurse Practitioners develop a clinical approach to the initial evaluation, diagnosis, and management of these common skin conditions. Topics: Contact Dermatitis (Irritant vs Allergic). The Red Face (Seborrheic Dermatitis, Rosacea). Eczema, Infection, or Fungal? (Stasis Dermatitis/ Cellulitis/ Tinea). When Meds go Wrong (Recognizing Problems and Emergencies).

The current state of IBD care in a community setting is fragmented and involves multiple systems and providers, difficulty in coordinating and managing care between providers and specialties, high cost and low reimbursement and highly variable practice patterns. In turn, this can lead to low-value care, poor patient experience and inferior outcomes.

The primary care provider (PCP) is usually the health care professional closest to patients. Once cancer patients achieve remission and are stable, they are eligible for monitoring by a PCP. However, because cancer is often equated with death and severe sickness and due to the lack of access to information on how to monitor cancer survivors, the transition from oncology care to primary care is delayed. In the case of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), the use of novel cancer therapies since 2001 has led to remarkable survival rates of up to 85%, achieved with a single oral agent. Also, CML patients are expected to have a life expectancy similar to the general population. The monitoring of CML remission is straightforward, including with a blood work to observe hematologic remission and another every three to six months to surveil the molecular remission. Nurse Practitioners (NPs) are expert clinicians who always support initiatives that ease access to care and improve patient outcomes. Monitoring CML survivors is another call they are answering, but they need more information. This presentation will provide evidence-based guidance that will enhance NPs' proficiency in monitoring CML survivors, including by using the "CML Survivorship Checklist" that will be designed.

This presentation will focus on the basic evaluation and management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome for the family practice and internal medicine clinician. By providing foundational knowledge about this very common endocrine disorder, the primary care clinician can effectively initiate the diagnostic work up and confidently make treatment recommendations that are effective. This talk will also highlight common misconceptions about PCOS, provide a weight neutral approach, and help clinicians know when to refer to specialty care.

Tendinopathies account for 30% of all musculoskeletal complaints and are often the result of chronic or acute injuries that occur at home, work, or in sports settings. This presentation focuses on diagnosing and managing tendinopathies of the upper extremity, including trigger finger, DeQuervain's disease, Intersection syndrome, flexor carpi ulnaris tendinitis, epicondylitis, biceps tendinitis, and rotator cuff tears. Improve your diagnostic accuracy by applying focused anatomic and pathophysiologic techniques to successfully manage tendinopathy for patients needing to return to the workplace or competitive sports. Participants will explore in-depth, evidence-based treatment options using case studies applicable to the primary, urgent, orthopedic, and rheumatologic care settings.

Recent media attention from popular streaming series has brought much-needed awareness to Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) in children. Nurse practitioners must be at the forefront of diagnosing, managing, and supporting pediatric patients with this challenging condition. This presentation will delve into the comprehensive evaluation, management, and treatment planning for pediatric CRPS, equipping NPs with the knowledge and skills to provide optimal care. We will start by exploring the latest diagnostic criteria and assessment tools, ensuring accurate and timely diagnosis. The discussion will then shift to developing individualized management plans, incorporating both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions tailored to each patient's unique needs. Emphasis will be placed on interdisciplinary collaboration and the integration of physical therapy, psychological support, and patient education. Additionally, we will highlight effective communication strategies for educating patients and their families, fostering adherence to treatment plans and improving outcomes. Through case studies, interactive discussions, and practical examples, attendees will be equipped to make a significant impact on the lives of children with CRPS. Join us to enhance your expertise in managing this complex condition and contribute to the growing awareness and understanding of pediatric CRPS in the primary care setting.

School avoidance is on the rise, challenging NPs to become more proficient in managing this anxiety-related condition. The presentation will provide an overview of the condition, describe a framework to help the NP assess and treat the child, and offer pearls from the presenter's practice as a PMNHP working in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry.

This presentation will cover hormonal contraception - one of the most important topics in women's health. The most current statistics of pregnancy and contraception rates and trends in the U.S will be discussed. A brief refresher of the physiology of the menstrual cycle and the role of hormones will be offered. The various categories of the available contraceptive options, hormonal, non-hormonal, and barrier methods will be discussed with detailed description of the hormonal methods. Indications, contraindications, and evidence-based guidelines for contraceptive prescription will be discussed in detailed for hormonal contraceptives. The CDC's medical eligibility criteria and the U.S. selected practice recommendations for contraceptive use will be explored in detail and resources provided for further reference.

An overview of the latest prevalence and treatment sources of ADHD in adults and children from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and how the Advance Practice Providers' role is evolving. An overview of stimulant use and misuse in US adults, underscoring the importance of developing and implementing clinical practice guidelines for adult ADHD. An update on the development of US Based Clinical Practice guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Adult ADHD from the Chair of the Medication Subcommittee.

Federal health policy changes rapidly, and 2024-2025 has been no exception. Join us for a conversation on the most pressing federal agency updates that have a direct impact on nurse practitioner practice and reimbursement. These include key positive policy changes across federal agencies recognizing the importance of nurse practitioners.

The opioid epidemic has influenced opioid prescribing patterns among nurse practitioners practicing in both inpatient and outpatient settings. For some adult patients, opioids may be included as part of a multimodal approach to pain management, however healthcare literacy, comorbidities, medication interactions, medication adherence, and unintentional overdose can compromise patient safety and increase their risk for death. This presentation will review the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of both opioids and naloxone and provide nurse practitioners with updates on naloxone prescribing practices, including resources for making naloxone accessible and affordable to patients. It will emphasize safe naloxone administration practices in inpatient and outpatient environments and provide an overview of educational and community resources for patients and caregivers.

The purpose of this presentation is to demonstrate the expanded role of Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in primary and urgent care settings by Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) through various case presentations. Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) is a rapidly growing modality that enhances diagnostic accuracy and patient care. While traditionally used in emergency settings, POCUS is now increasingly recognized for its value in primary and urgent care. This presentation aims to equip APRNs with the knowledge and skills to incorporate ultrasound into their practice, improving diagnostic capabilities and patient outcomes. APRNs can utilize POCUS to differentiate between common dermatological conditions such as necrotizing fasciitis, cellulitis, abscesses, and foreign bodies. Additionally, ultrasound is effective for diagnosing musculoskeletal issues like Achilles tendon ruptures and joint effusions. In pulmonary cases, POCUS assists in identifying pneumonia, pleural effusions, and pneumothorax, enhancing bedside diagnostic efficiency and reducing the need for immediate radiologic interventions. Handheld ultrasound devices are revolutionizing healthcare by offering portability and ease of use. These devices outperform traditional stethoscopes in many diagnostic scenarios, providing real-time, visual insights into patient conditions. This presentation will highlight how handheld ultrasound devices can be seamlessly integrated into APRN practice, offering superior diagnostic capabilities and improving patient care.

Gender-diverse and transgender patients encounter many challenges in our healthcare system today. This discussion will explain the glossary of terms for the sexual orientation and gender identity in the LGBTQIA+ community. Healthcare disparities and risk factors that face this population are discussed. Solutions to ensure an inclusive environment are solidified with concrete exemplars.

Nurse practitioners in every specialty are faced with patients dealing with pain. Between the fear of opioids and patients doing their own research on treatment options, the NP needs to be aware of the more novel agents that are being used for pain including low dose naltrexone and cannabis. When an opioid may be indicated, Buprenorphine is a newer option that can be effective and potentially safer. For many of us, these agents were not even available when we completed our NP training. This presentation will review the use of each drug, mechanism of action, case studies and treatment considerations so the NP can be confident in providing up to date and safe care.

Up to 38% of children in the U.S. take at least one dietary supplement. Parents use a variety of sources to determine whether they give their child a vitamin or supplement. The evidence for the use of vitamins and supplements in children varies based on the substance. This presentation will discuss commonly used vitamins and supplements in children including the current evidence regarding safety and effectiveness, with recommendations for practice.

This presentation will prepare the primary care provider with strategies to prevent HIV in the primary care setting by assessing, diagnosing, initiating early treatment, and linking people with HIV to specialty care using a health equity lens.

Weight gain, body composition changes, and emerging or worsening cardiometabolic risk factors affect women in the menopausal transition. If these issues are not managed successfully, obesity may develop or worsen. Menopause and the menopausal transition contribute to hormonal and body composition changes that increase a woman's cardiometabolic risk and have a detrimental effect on many aspects of her health and quality of life. Women with obesity have even greater risks that need to be understood and mitigated. In addition to the time spent in the menopausal transition, many women spend 40% or more of their lives in a postmenopausal state, making it important for clinicians to understand this complex state. As women enter their 60s and 70s, adiposity-related health issues emerge or worsen, yet are often not recognized or effectively addressed. You will learn about the health risks at various points of the menopausal state so that you can effectively intervene. This presentation will provide you with a roadmap of the entire spectrum of menopause and help you "connect the dots" to improve outcomes.

This presentation aims to equip nurse practitioners with essential knowledge and skills to effectively care for Asian American minority populations by focusing on their unique health conditions. Asian Americans are among the fastest-growing populations, presenting distinct health patterns and risks that require specialized attention. Attendees will gain an understanding of the specific health conditions prevalent among Asian American minority populations, recognizing patterns and health risks unique to this group. The presentation will explore and discuss effective management strategies tailored to these unique health conditions within the primary care setting, emphasizing culturally sensitive approaches and evidence-based practices. The session will also delve into comprehensive treatment protocols and interventions specifically designed for these health conditions, covering medical and holistic approaches to ensure inclusive and effective care plans. By the end of the presentation, nurse practitioners will be better prepared to deliver culturally competent care, improve health outcomes, and reduce disparities within Asian American minority communities.

Bladder Cancer (BCa) is the second most common urologic malignancy and the fourth most common cancer in the United States in men and falls within the top dozen for women. There are an estimated 83,190 new cases in the United States in 2024, with an overall prevalence of nearly 600,000 patients with BCa. The gold standard therapy for High-Risk Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer (NMIBC) is the first cancer immunotherapy, bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) following a resection of the bladder tumor, used since the 1970's. BCG has shown superior prevention of recurrence and prevention. The world experienced a BCG shortage in 2012 without and easy fix and other agents were employed. Therapy and treatment for BCa was static over decades and options were limited. Recent research focused on non-responders to traditional BCG therapy. Recent advances in the treatment of NMIBC include immune and target therapies, gene therapy and oncolytic virus therapy.

Obesity is a serious, chronic, progressive disease that impacts all aspects of healthcare and can often result in other chronic diseases, increasing morbidity and mortality. An understanding and identification of existing, modifiable risk factors for obesity gives the nurse practitioner an opportunity to work with patients before occurrence or progression of the disease. As nurse practitioners, we excel in health promotion and disease prevention. In light of this, we will discuss evidence-based, practical, real-world ways we can work with our clients to prevent obesity and the resulting health impacts and sequelae using a culturally competent, patient-centered approach. It is imperative that we meet people where they are, working with them to develop individualized plans that are realistic, effective, and feasible for them to implement in their personal lives.

This session explores the presentation and treatment of psychotic symptoms. Focus is directed to the treatment of schizophrenia, an incurable neuropsychiatric disorder. Up to 34% of patients with schizophrenia have treatment-resistant schizophrenia. Most current treatments for schizophrenia have focused exclusively on dopamine, which can improve the positive symptoms of schizophrenia; however, these therapies are often associated with adverse effects. None of the currently available therapies were designed to specifically target the negative symptoms of schizophrenia. Recently, the development and investigation of agents targeting the muscarinic system have demonstrated that these agents may be viable treatment options for patients with schizophrenia and have been shown to improve the negative symptoms of schizophrenia. This session assesses the symptom and treatment burdens faced by patients with schizophrenia and examines the mechanisms of action, safety, and efficacy of emerging agents with novel therapeutic targets to treat all symptoms associated with schizophrenia.

Suicide is a global health problem, taking nearly 1 million lives each year. This makes suicide prevention a nation priority for many countries, yet, the United States is still seeing a rise in suicides. Why? This presentation goes over the public health crisis of suicide, dispels myths about suicide and provides APRNs with a public health model on suicide prevention. Specific clinical risk assessment tools and care options will be discussed and how to integrate evidenced based care in regular health care appointments. This presentation is geared towards all ARPN's, as all healthcare providers are key stakeholders in preventing suicides.

Transgender and non-binary individuals (TGNB) often face discrimination, bias, stigma, socioeconomic barriers, and a lack of knowledgeable and/or friendly gender-affirming healthcare providers across the nation. Many clinicians have a willingness to learn but have not been educated specifically about gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) and the primary care considerations for this population using these necessary hormones. This presentation aims to highlight basic GAHT management with monitoring parameters in primary care and to review safety practices to date. Evidence-based screening guidelines, resources, and advocacy links are provided and in alignment with the Standards of Care from the World Professional Association for Transgender Health. Aspects of the recent JNP Journal published in 2024 by these authors will be covered. Aims are to increase comfort levels when caring for individuals and families who are gender-diverse, experiencing gender-dsyphoria or are questioning. Practice in alignment with WPATH Standards of Care 8.

This 60-minute presentation on diagnosing and treating adults with ADHD provides a comprehensive exploration of the complexities surrounding this often-misunderstood condition. Beginning with an introduction to ADHD in adults and its lifelong impact, the session delves into the diagnostic process, highlighting assessment tools and strategies for accurate diagnosis amidst potential comorbidities. Participants will gain insights into the unique challenges adults with ADHD face, such as difficulties in work, relationships, and daily functioning, along with common co-occurring conditions like anxiety and depression. The presentation emphasizes evidence-based treatment approaches, including medication management, behavioral therapies, and practical lifestyle adjustments tailored to individual needs. Moreover, practical strategies for managing ADHD in daily life are shared, focusing on enhancing time management, organizational skills, and coping mechanisms. Real-life case studies and patient experiences illustrate successful treatment outcomes and provide valuable insights into navigating the complexities of adult ADHD.

Child maltreatment is a public health problem of insurmountable magnitude. It has been described as one the greatest threats facing the health, welfare, and social wellbeing of children in the U.S. The acute and long-term effects on the child's physical, emotional, psychological, cognitive and social wellbeing as a result of maltreatment can be devastating. The purpose of this presentation is to increase the knowledge and confidence of nurse practitioners in the care of the child when maltreatment is suspected. The focus will be on current evidence-based interprofessional practice guidelines to ensure optimum care for this patient population who are vulnerable, defenseless, and powerlessness in the worst of situations. Specific injuries and medical conditions that may result from maltreatment will be presented through the application of clinical examples. Specific clinical conditions that will be discussed include abusive head trauma, skin and skeletal trauma, and sexual exploitation and human trafficking.

Pediatric asthma is the most common noncommunicable disease of childhood, affecting approximately 7.7 % or 24,963,874 children within the U.S. Of these children, this chronic disease disproportionately affects Black and American Indian/Alaska Native children, particularly those living in households below the poverty threshold. Barriers to asthma care have been well documented in the literature and include lack of transportation, distance to provider, low health literacy, inability to miss work/school, and limited provider availability (after-hours/weekends). To overcome these barriers, care can be provided to children where they spend most of their time - within the school setting. School-based telehealth (SBTH) clinics are primary care clinics that are located on the grounds of secondary schools (e.g., elementary, middle, and high schools) and offer children a wide variety of services (e.g., well visits, immunizations, and acute/chronic disease management). SBTH clinics have been reported in the literature to increase access to care and to maximize position patient outcomes, including asthma management. This presentation will describe the optimization of pediatric asthma using a multidisciplinary team within southeastern SBTH clinics. A high-level review of current asthma guidelines and illustration of virtual pediatric pulmonary exam techniques will also be included.

In the realm of neurological care, the management of primary headache disorders poses unique challenges, particularly in the context of virtual healthcare delivery. This podium presentation delves into the essential aspects of diagnosing and managing primary headache disorders through virtual neurology examinations and integrated care strategies. Attendees will gain insights into leveraging telemedicine tools effectively to conduct comprehensive neurological assessments, initiate evidence-based treatment protocols, and enhance patient outcomes remotely. Key Topics Covered: 1. Virtual Neurological Examination Techniques: Explore practical approaches to conducting thorough neurological assessments via virtual platforms, including techniques for assessing cranial nerves, motor function, and sensory perception. 2. Integration of Evidence-Based Care: Discuss the integration of evidence-based guidelines into virtual care settings for the initial management of primary headache disorders, encompassing pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment options. 3. Technological Innovations in Virtual Care: Evaluate the impact of technological advancements in virtual care on patient satisfaction, treatment adherence, and overall health outcomes for individuals suffering from primary headache disorders. 4. Case Studies and Practical Applications: Illustrate key concepts through case studies that highlight successful strategies and challenges encountered in virtual neurology practice, fostering interactive discussions among participants.

Is coronary CTA the same as a calcium score? What do you mean I can't order a "nuclear stress test?" Why does the patient need a TEE when he just had a transthoracic echo? I thought PET scans were for cancer, not stress testing. And, dare I even ask about cardiac MRI? We'll discuss all these tests and more during this 1-hour session. You'll learn how to determine which test is best for given a clinical scenario. We'll also discuss how to interpret the results, including which results require timely follow-up. Acute care and primary care NPs will all benefit from attending this talk.

The number of available genetic tests is continuing to expand rapidly, but provider knowledge continues to lag. This talk with provide an update of the types of available genetic tests, including Direct to Consumer (DTC) tests. Nurse Practitioners are increasingly being asked to explain carrier testing or disease risk, weigh in on therapy decisions or family planning, and help patients understand other health traits. In 2025, we would like to present a "Genomic State of the Science" presentation, providing up-to-date information on the changing genomics landscape to include clinical tests, genomic guidelines, genomic competencies for NPs and discuss some common clinical applications of genomic care, such as when to consider ordering a genetic test, what test to order, reimbursement and interpretation issues, and who to turn to when results are unexpected or unusual, to include locating a genetic counselor or medical geneticist. Our goal is to help participants sort through the evidence, tests and guidelines, and rapidly locate credible resources such as genetic testing labs, genetic counselors when needed.

This presentation features the work of the AANP History Committee in documenting the history of the earliest days of the nurse practitioner movement in the United States. Early nurse practitioner programs evolved quickly, and while faculty and clinicians shared stories, the development of educational programs and practice legislation varied widely from state to state. The first nurse practitioners often negotiated their practice individually with those colleagues who could understand and appreciate the role, while working during their spare time on the long process of expanding practice authority. The presentation culminates with the creation of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners in 1985.

The stigma of mental illness can be as big a hurdle to people's life goals as the symptoms and disabilities themselves. Stigma can interfere with personal aspirations related to education, vocation, independent living and relationships. It can serve as a major barrier to treatment engagement ("I don't want to see the psychiatrist because people will think I'm nuts!"). Extensive research has shown some seemingly reasonable approaches to stigma change not only fail to work but make stigma worse. Prominent among these is educating the public about mental illness as a "brain disorder." This worsens ideas that people with mental illness can and do get better. "It's hard wired in; You may look good now, but you can flip out at any moment. Instead, real world (face-to-face or virtual) contact with people with lived experience of recovery is the greatest change to stigma. Peer interactions among people with mental illness and the "rest:" of the population replaces stigmatizing ideas of weakness with affirming attitudes about recovery and empowerment. This requires people with lived experience to determine whether it is to their benefit to disclose this experience. The Honest, Open, Proud (HOP) program is one evidence-based approach to help people make these decisions.

Presenters will provide an overview of the DOD mission of the Civic Action Team Medical Officer in Palau, honing in on the perspective of an NP in this role. They'll share lessons learned on preparing for the mission like this and ways they optimized the daily operations of the clinic they ran and health engagement around the island and region. They'll provide an overview of medical conditions prevalent to the area, as they were responsible for care of the local population, as well as some specific medical cases they encountered.

Functional medicine is a tailored, whole person approach to well-being and health care. This approach builds on scientific and nursing process foundations for humanistic and patient driven interventions. This presentation will discuss what functional medicine is, the expected competencies of providing functional medicine and what processes need to be undertaken to integrate functional medicine into your practice.

Given the unique challenges and considerations in the geriatric population, this presentation is designed to equip nurse practitioners with the specialized knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage Type 2 diabetes in older adults. Insights into the prevalence, risk factors, and biological mechanisms of Type 2 diabetes in older adults within the context of geriatric syndromes will be explored. Emphasis will be on the development and implementation personalized treatment strategies, while considering factors such as comorbidities, polypharmacy, cognitive function, and patient preferences. The latest evidence-based guidelines for medication management, lifestyle interventions, and the role of technology in monitoring and managing diabetes will be explored. Common complications of diabetes in older adults, including cardiovascular disease, neuropathy, nephropathy, and retinopathy will be discussed. Overall, this presentation brings together complexities of diabetes care in the elderly, focusing on personalized treatment plans that enhance quality of life and improve health outcomes.

Cervical cancer prevention has changed significantly in recent years with less frequent screening and with the approval of HPV primary screening every 5 years, with a reflex Pap done only if the HPV test is positive. Additionally, cotesting with Pap and HPV every 5 years or Pap alone every 3 years remains an option. This session will review the appropriate use of Pap testing, the rationale for HPV testing along with the Pap (co-testing) in women 30 and older and the use of HPV testing as a primary screen (stand-alone test) in women 25 and older by two of the FDA approved HPV tests. There will be a discussion of the American Cancer Society Guidelines for screening and a review of the 2019 ASCCP Risk-Based Management Consensus Guidelines for management of abnormal screening and subsequent follow-up with case studies. These guidelines are a shift from results-based to risk-based management relative to the risk of an existing CIN 3 (pre-cancer).

This session will provide an in-depth overview of the current state of HIV prevention in the United States. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and its role in HIV prevention. We will discuss the efficacy of available oral medications used for PrEP including emtricitabine/tenofovir disoproxil fumarate and emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide. We will also review the FDA-approved dosing strategies for these two medications. Injectable PrEP, including FDA-approved cabotegravir and emerging clinical trials data supporting the potential use of lenacapavir for PrEP in the future will be presented. During this session, we will also review the current clinical practice guidelines for PrEP, offering detailed insights into the recommended protocols for prescribing, monitoring, and managing patients taking PrEP. Key aspects of this discussion will include a review of PrEP eligibility criteria, routine follow-up procedures, and strategies to enhance adherence. Participants will learn about the importance of regular HIV testing, laboratory monitoring, and risk-reduction counseling as integral components of PrEP management. This presentation will conclude with a discussion of the common barriers to PrEP access and adherence, including stigma, cost, and access disparities. The session will conclude with a brief discussion of potential solutions and interventions to overcome these barriers.

Nurse practitioners are at the forefront of care delivery in the United States. Although nurse practitioners are certified in their specialty area, the care delivery may reach beyond their training. Understanding the legal space around the scope of nurse practitioner practice is an essential part of limiting practice and patient risk. Understanding health policy reaches beyond what is taught in the classroom and is recommended to be an essential aspect of professional growth. This presentation will serve as an update to changes in practice law and ways to reduce risk.

The prevalence of Americans with a combination of disease, chronic illness, functional limitations, cognitive disability, and frailty is on the rise. In this context, the management of chronic diseases and pursuit of individualized patient-centered care goals are crucial for reducing hospitalizations and emergency department visits in our communities. Notably, polypharmacy and the lack of deprescribing are significant contributors to hospitalization and ER visits among the over-65 population. Given the prevalence of numerous comorbidities that lead to the prescribing of multiple medications, an integrated preventative approach to disease management and individualized goals of care are essential. This shared decision-making process forms the foundation for optimizing medication management to align with patients' care goals. By attending my presentation, you can gain practical strategies to tackle polypharmacy, potentially reducing hospitalizations and ER visits, and ultimately, improving the lives of our patients. We will delve into pharmaceutical clinical guidelines and explore how to maximize their effectiveness. This is not just a presentation, but an interactive session with your active participation. Bring your polypharmacy patient case with you, and together, we will work on it as a team, fostering a collaborative learning environment that empowers you to make a difference in patient care.

Sleep is a period of intense brain growth and restoration. Quality sleep is an important part of physiologic, emotional, and neurocognitive development. Individual variability in sleep need is influenced by behavioral, medical, environmental, and cultural factors. The consequences of poor sleep results in chronic health conditions, mood dysregulation, school failure, obesity, and an increase in risk taking behaviors. Up to 50% of children will experience a sleep problem that will be brought to the primary care provider's attention. This session will provide an overview of the development of the sleep-wake cycle, how achievement of developmental milestones can affect the sleep-wake cycle, the effect of sleep deprivation on the prefrontal cortex, executive functioning, and the elements necessary for developing and supporting adequate quality and quantity of sleep throughout childhood and adolescence. Social determinants of health, cultural practices, and environmental factors that affect a child's ability to achieve adequate sleep will be reviewed as these elements play a part in how sleep issues are defined as problems. The history for and an assessment of sleep concerns to rule out medical sleep disorders will be reviewed. During this session, the currently available pharmaceutical interventions for pediatric sleep issues will be reviewed.

The seminar will provide classical definitions of mentoring and compare these to precepting to clarify similarities and differences, as this is a point of much contemporary confusion. From definitions, mentoring processes will be discussed pertinent to general, then specific to nursing/NP applications. Classic mentoring challenges and opportunities will be presented and discussed using group work to work through common opportunities and challenges. when mentoring.in general to assist with the fluid application of the growth of the mentee and the solidifying of dyadic relationships moving forward. Current needs of contemporary cultures being mentored across generations and styles and expectations of each culture will be outlined with best approaches presented for each, in the interest of fostering professional growth. Baby Boomers through GenZ will be covered to enhance the facilitation of mentoring dyadic processes.

This extensive three-hour seminar provides in-depth coverage of the wide range of dermatologic conditions that affect different demographic groups throughout their lives. The seminar includes a comprehensive examination of common skin disorders, diagnostic tools, and current treatment methods. Detailed discussions on common dermatologic conditions found in primary and urgent care settings, such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, infectious skin diseases, and identification of common cutaneous cancers will be included. Special attention will be given to the unique dermatological needs of pediatric, geriatric, and skin-of-color populations, highlighting the distinct experiences and management of these conditions within these groups. Attendees will gain practical insights into skin checks, skin cancer screening, and diagnostic techniques, including dermatoscopy and biopsy procedures. The seminar will also cover a range of treatment options, including topical and systemic therapies, as well as emerging biologics and phototherapy. Engaging case studies and interactive sessions will enhance learning, providing opportunities for participants to apply knowledge and discuss real-life scenarios. The seminar aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively diagnose, treat, and manage dermatologic conditions in diverse patient populations in primary and urgent care settings.

This case-based curriculum focuses on safe and effective pain management, particularly addressing opioid use disorder (OUD). It emphasizes a biopsychosocial approach to patient assessment, incorporating non-pharmacological and pharmacological strategies. The curriculum covers recognizing pain types, assessing OUD risk, developing individualized treatment plans, and utilizing shared decision-making. It also details the risks and benefits of opioid therapy, including strategies for opioid rotation, tapering, and managing adverse events like opioid-induced hyperalgesia and respiratory depression. Finally, it highlights the importance of ongoing patient monitoring and collaboration with specialists.

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This session will be case based and will be a deep dive into complex pain treatment in the inpatient setting. Whether you practice inpatient or outpatient pain management, you will have lots to take away. How to transition from oral to IV pain medications, including PCA pumps. How to calculate equianalgesic dosing and opioid rotate appropriately. What to do with patients on chronic opioids that suddenly have acute pain needs. This session will help the provider feel more competent in pain care delivery.

APRNs make meaningful contributions to the body of knowledge through various scholarly works. Many APRNs contribute to science through poster and podium presentations at regional and national conferences, but fewer take the scholarly work products to publication. Legacy knowledge and impact can only be achieved through publication. Frequently cited reasons for not publishing include a lack of knowledge, time, or fear of rejection. Having an abstract accepted for a podium or poster presentation is the time to begin thinking about publishing. As authors plan and create the presentations, they will soon discover the process shares many elements common to publishing. Over 70% of the future manuscript can be cultivated into the final product. Through this presentation, the panelists will provide tips and pearls to transform any scholarly presentation into a publication successfully. Learn how the abstract is the calling card for readers, engage with a meaningful introduction, and transform the investment of time for the poster sections and podium presentations into publications.

Worry and anxiety are common problems for older adults, affecting sleep and overall quality of life. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and yoga have been studied in clinical trials and observational studies. However, those interventions were either studied separately or as a combined treatment. This session will discuss one of the first studies to compare CBT and yoga as treatments for worry and anxiety in older adults.

In the evolving healthcare landscape, recognizing the significance of social determinants of health (SDOH) on health outcomes is crucial. This presentation highlights the impact SDOH on patients' health and life expectancy (CDC, 2024). We explore the multifaceted nature of SDOH, including economic stability, education, social and community context, health and healthcare, neighborhood, and environment, drawing on evidence-based research and real-world applications. A comprehensive review shows how these factors contribute to health disparities and affect patients' well-being. The session emphasizes practical strategies for healthcare providers, particularly nurse practitioners, to integrate SDOH assessments into routine practice. By leveraging tools like PRAPARE (Protocol for Responding to and Assessing Patients' Assets, Risks, and Experiences) (PRAPARE, 2024), practitioners can systematically identify and address social needs hindering optimal health outcomes. We will also delve into the role of interdisciplinary collaboration and community partnerships in creating sustainable solutions. Case studies from our mobile health unit will illustrate the positive outcomes of targeted interventions tailored to specific social determinants. Participants will gain insights into effective communication techniques for discussing SDOH with patients, fostering trust, and encouraging patient engagement. The presentation will cover policy implications and advocate for systemic changes to support the integration of SDOH into healthcare delivery.

In this session, we will review how both novice and experienced nurse practitioners can use widely available artificial intelligence (AI) tools and Internet data to inform their practice and better understand the needs of the communities they serve. Now an integral part of modern society, the Internet is home to numerous unique communities that do not exist physically; individuals with niche interests and/or shared experiences frequently form communities that may only exist "online." Every day, Internet users generate extraordinary amounts of data that can provide valuable insights for health care providers and public health officials. During this session, we will review several real-world applications and methodologies that allow for comprehensive data analysis of publicly available Internet data from a variety of sources using examples from peer-reviewed literature. Furthermore, this session will explore the pivotal role of AI in public health research and its various applications for advanced practice nurses. Nurse practitioners attending this session will learn how to ethically leverage the data found in product and/or provider reviews, social media, and discussion forums to better understand the needs of patients, how communities of interest approach their health, and/or even develop or supplement their program of research.

The immune response and inflammation are complex interactions of physiological factors that significantly influence the development of chronic diseases. However, the impact of lifestyle behaviors on immunity and the gut microbiome is often overlooked. In this presentation, we will discuss the role of lifestyle behaviors in maintaining a well-functioning immune system, which is crucial for overall health and optimal health outcomes. Additionally, individuals are more prone to acute respiratory infections and chronic diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, depression, and some cancers when their immune system is compromised. This presentation will highlight practical lifestyle prescriptions, including nutrition, stress management, sleep, alcohol consumption, and smoking cessation, using a case-based approach to manage chronic diseases.