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Closing Keynote: Caring for Ourselves so We Can Care for Others
The closing keynote address at this year’s Annual Cardiovascular Nursing Symposium is not to be missed!
Read MoreKeynote: Cardiac Rehab in 2018
This year PCNA is delighted to recognize Dr. Barry Franklin as an Honorary Fellow of PCNA. Dr. Franklin will also provide a keynote presentation, Cardiac Rehab in 2018: Incorporating New Populations and Approaches.
Read MoreAccess to Innovative Medicines May be Just a Click Away
Patients and families are asking more frequently about options that can help them cover their health care costs, yet often providers aren’t aware of the financial support available through a variety of programs that can be found with a little research.
Read MoreNew Atrial Fibrillation Graphic Handout
PCNA has developed a new infographic based on the results of a recent survey to designed to understand how nurses identify patients who may be at risk for Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation (NVAF).
Read MoreOptimal Brain Health – What and How?
As preventive cardiovascular nurses provide care to improve cardiovascular health and reduce risk, their efforts will ultimately contribute to optimal brain health. While most providers were educated with an understanding of mind and body connections, greater understanding of the more specific heart and brain connections are emerging.
Read MoreAtrial Fibrillation Graphic Handout
PCNA has created an Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) infographic to help patients recognize the risk factors for AFib. Even if they have not felt “fluttering” sensations or other key indicators of…
Read MorePatricia Davidson to Address Palliative Care at Cardiovascular Nursing Symposium
Patricia Davidson, PhD, Med, RN, FAAN, FPCNA will speak at PCNA’s Cardiovascular Nursing Symposium on April 4-7, 2018. Patricia Davidson is the Dean of Johns Hopkins School of Nursing is…
Read MoreDr. Kim Williams to Speak at 24th Annual Cardiovascular Nursing Symposium
PCNA is excited to host Dr. Kim Williams at the 2018 Cardiovascular Nursing Symposium. Dr. Williams, chairman of cardiology at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago and former American College…
Read MoreSmoking Cessation: There’s Work to be Done
Although the economic and health impact of tobacco use is staggering, we as healthcare providers are doing a poor job of identifying patients at risk and providing treatment options.
Read MoreHaving a Heart to Heart Conversation with Your Patient: Access to Innovative Medicines
Advances in modern medicine and the development of new medications to treat chronic disease states bring both excitement and a challenge to the patient/provider visit.
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