This lecture reviews cases that showcase the important role of the urologic nurse, highlighting how she or he can make a positive impact on men and women through simple (e.g., suggesting a different catheter to decrease UTIs) or complex urologic nursing interventions (e.g., Botox injections). The presentation empowers nurses to continue in urology by focusing on the positive impact that knowledge, caring, and collaboration can make on patient care - “miracles” can happen!

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information

Contact hours available until 9/23/21.

Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.

Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Diane K. Newman, DNP, ANP-BC

Speakers Bureau - The Prometheus Group

There are no other disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.

Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

The SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of CE in nursing does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.

Learning Outcome:
After completing this educational activity, the learner will be able to define the role of the urology advanced practice nurse in caring for patients with bladder and pelvic floor dysfunction and understand factors contributing to specialized urology nurses.

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