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Presentation Description: Many patients die in a manner they would not choose, leaving their loved ones feeling bereaved, guilty, and uncertain. This presentation will help prepare healthcare providers and others to engage in difficult discussions regarding patient wishes about end-of-life care. The presenters will examine ways to help people with serious illness think through and […]
Presentation Description: The overall population in the United States is becoming increasingly more racially and ethnically diverse, while aging at the same time. One in five Americans will be 65 or over by 2040. This population will number some 80 million, representing a doubling. Health disparities/inequities among racial/ethnic populations persist – some worsen as they […]
In addition to receiving 1 contact hour of continuing nursing education, participants with a valid RN license who attend the entire session will be awarded up to 0.5 ANCC pharmacotherapeutic contact hours. Presentation Description: The presentation will provide an update of programs and initiatives in place to combat the substance use epidemic. In addition, an […]
Presentation Description: This presentation will provide an overview of the key concepts and definitions of loneliness and social isolation, their prevalence among older adults, and key risk and protective factors for older adults. The physical and psychological health impact of loneliness and social isolation for older adults will be discussed. Evidence-based strategies for assessment and […]
Presentation Description: Nature is a dynamic context for Human Development and there has been a recent growth in the recognition of its potential for providing healing spaces for therapy, healing, restoration, and reflection. At a time when our civilization finds itself in a crisis of climate, culture and care, nature offers the potential for boosting […]
Presentation Description: The presenter will discuss streamlining medication administration using fairly simple changes to medication orders, which may reduce the number of medication administration times and increase the time that direct staff and caregivers have available for other activities. Following the presentation, participants will be able to identify medication management optimization opportunities, discuss lessons learned […]
Abstract: This presentation will provide an overview of the resources available through WPSU’s Speaking Grief, a multiplatform initiative that works to create a more grief-aware society by exploring the reality of grief and addressing common misconceptions about grief. It will also address the role that support from friends and family plays in a person’s grief experience […]
Nurses have been exposed to unique and challenging experiences while working throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, which has killed over 600,000 Americans to date. During this time, nurses were forced to care for critically ill patients while working short-staffed in stressful environments while also having to remain isolated from their loved ones due to fear of […]
The intersectionality of wellness, self-care, and grief will be explored in this presentation. We will focus on increasing nurses', healthcare professionals, and other seminar participants' knowledge of best practice approaches to supporting persons experiencing grief and loss. Additionally, we will explore ways to enhance healthcare professional’s wellness while supporting and caring for others during a […]
The long-term care ombudsman program plays a vital role in promoting policies and consumer protections to improve long-term services and supports at the facility, local, state, and national levels. Created by the Older Americans Act, the ombudsman program’s implementation can vary from state to state which may have serious impacts on outcomes for both individuals and […]
