Emerging Treatment Paradigms for Kidney Cancer

Apr 16, 2021 5:00am ‐ Apr 16, 2021 6:00am

This presentation covers the anatomy, epidemiology, histology, risk factors, clinical presentation, workup, staging, and management options for all stages of kidney cancer with a focus on new and emerging treatment strategies utilizing stereotactic radiation and immunotherapy.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

Contact hours available until 4/18/23.

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

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures:
Julie A. Starr, PhD, APRN – Consultant for The Prometheus Group

There are no other Planning Committee disclosures to declare.

Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker 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 continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD 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 education activity, the learner will be able to include kidney cancer in their differential diagnosis of appropriate patients for each stage of kidney cancer.

Antibiotic Stewardship in Managing UTIs

Apr 16, 2021 6:00am ‐ Apr 16, 2021 7:00am

This lecture discusses management of urinary tract infections and responsible use of antibiotics from an infectious diseases point of view. Also covered are situations in which the advanced practice provider (APP) should not use antibiotics and how these situations should be handled with patients (for example, what we should say to patients to explain WHY we should not use antibiotics). Lastly, the APP will be able to recognize when infectious diseases should be consulted to assist in management of these often complex patients.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

Contact hours available until 4/18/23.

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

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures:

Julie A. Starr, PhD, APRN – Consultant for The Prometheus Group

There are no other Planning Committee disclosures to declare.

Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Ann Stapleton, MD FACP, FIDSA – Consultant for GlaxoSmithKline

There are no other speaker 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 continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD 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 education activity, the learner will be able to discuss management of urinary tract infections and responsible use of antibiotics from an infectious diseases point of view.

Physical Rehabilitation Approach to Male Pelvic Pain

Apr 16, 2021 7:00am ‐ Apr 16, 2021 8:00am

This presentation is an introduction to physical rehabilitation for male pelvic pain and includes education in pelvic floor muscle function as a part of the core trunk stabilizers with instruction on when to suspect muscle and movement dysfunction rather than visceral pathology.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

Contact hours available until 4/18/23.

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

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures:
Julie A. Starr, PhD, APRN – Consultant for The Prometheus Group

There are no other Planning Committee disclosures to declare.

Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker 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 continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD 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 education activity, the learner will be able to identify when pelvic health physical therapy may be used to help reduce male pelvic pain that can accompany certain medical conditions.

Urologic Medication Concerns and Contraindications in the Elderly

Apr 16, 2021 8:00am ‐ Apr 16, 2021 9:00am

The elderly are an ever-growing special population, which requires specified knowledge and understanding when prescribing certain medications. In this presentation, prescription drug entities in the field of urology are discussed as they pertain to this special subset of patients, inclusive of Beers Criteria updates. Identifying those patients at risk, along with the main drug culprits, will provide the toolkit of information you need to properly differentiate which medications should be altered or avoided, and which are appropriate for use in the elderly.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

Contact hours available until 4/18/23.

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

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures:
Julie A. Starr, PhD, APRN – Consultant for The Prometheus Group

There are no other Planning Committee disclosures to declare.

Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker 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 continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD 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 education activity, the learner will be able to comprehensively and confidently treat an elderly patient by identifying which medications in the urology setting are of greatest concern when prescribed to the geriatric population to prevent adverse events.

Billing and Coding Basics to Get Through 2021

Apr 16, 2021 9:00am ‐ Apr 16, 2021 10:00am

Coding and reimbursement undergo changes in 2021, affecting all of us whether we are in private, academic, salaried, or productivity-based practices. Ultimately, we need to assure we know how to properly bill and code for the work we do. This presentation drills down the basics for office procedures and telemedicine.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

Contact hours available until 4/18/23.

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

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures:
Julie A. Starr, PhD, APRN – Consultant for The Prometheus Group

There are no other Planning Committee disclosures to declare.

Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Tanaz Ferzandi, MD, MBA, MA – Consultant for Hologic, Inc., Renovia, Inc., and Aqua Therapeutics, Inc.

There are no other speaker 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 continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD 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 education activity, the learner will be able to identify gaps in their revenue cycle to maintain an efficient workflow with billing/coding.

Cystectomy: To ERAS and Beyond

Apr 16, 2021 10:00am ‐ Apr 16, 2021 11:00am

This session touches on the implementation of ERAS and the postoperative management of patients with bladder cancer s/p cystectomy. This includes the immediate in hospital postoperative care and preparation for discharge. as well as outpatient follow-up care up to 30 days post op, common early postoperative complications and management, and post discharge management and support of this complex patient population.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

Contact hours available until 4/18/23.

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

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures:
Julie A. Starr, PhD, APRN – Consultant for The Prometheus Group

There are no other Planning Committee disclosures to declare.

Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker 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 continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD 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 education activity, the learner will able to discuss postoperative cystectomy care including the ERAS pathway to standardize care and decrease LOS.

Challenging Pessary Scenarios for the Advanced Practice Provider

Apr 16, 2021 11:00am ‐ Apr 16, 2021 12:00pm

This session is case-based about challenging pessary scenarios: fitting, maintenance, management of complications, and the geriatric pessary patient. We discuss pessary fitting/refitting decision-making algorithm, tips and tricks and review of current literature for in-office pessary maintenance time intervals, exam components, management of pessary complications and treatment recommendations.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

Contact hours available until 4/18/23.

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

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures:
Julie A. Starr, PhD, APRN – Consultant for The Prometheus Group

There are no other Planning Committee disclosures to declare.

Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker 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 continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD 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 education activity, the learner will be able to use evidence-based, clinical decision-making approaches to manage challenging pessary fitting, maintenance and complications related to pessary use.

Brief Review of Surgical and Medical Management of Stones

Apr 16, 2021 12:00pm ‐ Apr 16, 2021 1:00pm

Management of stone patients from presentation, through surgical management, postop management, and medical prevention are discussed as well as a brief summary of stone disease, epidemiology, patient presentation, workup and management. Treatment options for various types of stones are reviewed. Advantages and disadvantages of surgical options and stone analysis and 24-hour urinalysis review and management are also discussed.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

Contact hours available until 4/18/23.

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

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures:
Julie A. Starr, PhD, APRN – Consultant for The Prometheus Group

There are no other Planning Committee disclosures to declare.

Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker 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 continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD 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 education activity, the learner will be able to discuss stone disease, epidemiology, patient presentation, workup and management.

Pediatric UTIs: 21st Century Views

Apr 16, 2021 1:15pm ‐ Apr 16, 2021 2:15pm

Guidelines on the management of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in children have shifted from aggressive imaging studies and the use of prophylactic antibiotics to a more targeted approach. This presentation focuses on diagnostic imaging, acute and long-term management, and prevention of UTI in infants and children. The role of bladder and bowel dysfunction in children with recurrent UTIs, and controversies around antibiotics prophylaxis are discussed.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

Contact hours available until 4/18/23.

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

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures:
Julie A. Starr, PhD, APRN – Consultant for The Prometheus Group

There are no other Planning Committee disclosures to declare.

Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker 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 continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD 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 education activity, the learner will be able to identify the current guidelines for evaluation and management of UTIs in infants and children.

Ethical Considerations in Caring for Older Adults with Urinary Incontinence

Apr 16, 2021 2:15pm ‐ Apr 16, 2021 3:15pm

Urinary incontinence is a common problem among older adults that is often complicated by many nuanced ethical considerations. This lecture delves into and explores some of these ethical challenges to promote best care practices for treating urinary incontinence in this unique population.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

Contact hours available until 4/18/23.

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

Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

Planning Committee Disclosures:
Julie A. Starr, PhD, APRN – Consultant for The Prometheus Group

There are no other Planning Committee disclosures to declare.

Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker 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 continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD 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 education activity, the learner will have a better understanding and awareness of ethical issues surrounding care for older adults with urinary incontinence.