A Slice of AACN NTI

Conference Overview

Preconferences

Adult CCRN Review Course • April 25-26
Critical Care Pharmacology • April 26

Main Conference

Adult Critical Care Nursing • April 27-29

YOU'RE INVITED

Can't attend the next NTI? Couldn't attend the last one?

Contemporary Forums and the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses are excited to continue their collaboration with the second annual A Slice of AACN NTI. Nationally recognized faculty from AACN's renowned National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition® will come together to share their expertise in high acuity and critical care practice with you – nurses from across the country who work with this challenging patient population.

Come together to celebrate your professional dedication with those who share your passion for providing the best care possible.

We listened to your feedback from the inaugural conference to design a program that meets your continuing professional development needs. From ethics and team building to hemodynamics and ventilation, your interests and knowledge gaps will be addressed in lectures, lively discussions and 1:1 interaction with colleagues and faculty. Engage in learning all day and enjoy some well-deserved relaxation in the evening in fabulous Las Vegas!

Conference highlights include:

• AACN's Immediate Past President Beth Hammer will be the opening speaker.
• Adult CCRN Review Course, a two-day Preconference offering the opportunity to prepare for certification and advance your knowledge to the next level.
• Critical Care Pharmacology, a full-day Preconference emphasizing therapeutic concerns, changing guidelines and the risks and benefits of prescribed medications.
• Evidence-based updates and clinical applications of the information presented.
• A learning environment conducive to problem-solving and sharing of professional experiences.
• A diverse choice of Concurrent Session topics allowing you to enhance your current knowledge and challenge yourself in new areas.
• Opportunities to share your success stories, problem-solve and network with fellow clinicians from across the country.

Re-energize yourselves to confidently meet the challenges you face each day, and renew your pride in the work you do. Save the dates, invite your team members and join us in Las Vegas.
See you there!

Program Planning and Coordination

RoseMarie Faber, MSN/ED, RN, CCRN
Clinical Practice Specialist - AACN
Justine Medina, MS, RN
Director, Professional Practice and Programs – AACN
Jeannine Strunk, BSN, RN
Senior Program Manager - Contemporary Forums
National Teaching

CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES

This conference will enable the experienced clinician to:

• Incorporate pathophysiologic principles into the assessment and management of critically ill adults.
• State appropriate pharmacologic interventions for selected disease states, injuries and complications.
• Utilize critical thinking expertise and a collaborative team approach to patient management to optimize clinical outcomes.
• Examine professional practice issues including accountability, expanded nursing roles, teamwork, ethics and personal development.
• Evaluate recent research and literature to better understand and appropriately utilize evidence based recommendations for care.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Experienced nurses involved in the care of critically ill and injured adults.

If you are a ….

• Staff Nurse
• Nurse Practitioner
• Clinical Nurse Specialist
• Nurse Manager
• Transport Nurse
• Educator

Practicing in any type of adult ….

• Intensive Care Unit
• Progressive Care Unit
• Step Down Unit
• Trauma Unit

Then this conference is for you!

Conference Program

Monday, April 25 | Tuesday, April 26 | Wednesday, April 27 | Thursday, April 28 | Friday, April 29

PRECONFERENCE A

Adult CCRN Review Course

Accept the challenge! CCRN certification in adult critical care promotes continuing excellence in nursing. The CCRN credential validates for hospitals, peers, patients and, most importantly, for you, your knowledge, skills and abilities in the care of critically ill adults. As healthcare becomes increasingly complex and challenging, certification has emerged as the mark of excellence showing that a nurse has met its rigorous requirements.

This Preconference will enable you to:

• Recognize the pathophysiologic basis of adult disease states and clinical conditions.
• Discuss the inter-relationship between various systems in critically ill adults.
• Improve assessment skills and evaluate treatment strategies relative to physiologic principles.

Monday, April 25

7:00 a.m.	Preconference Registration
8:00	Description of CCRN Exam and Objectives Barbara "Bobbi" Leeper
8:10	Cardiovascular Aspects Barbara "Bobbi" Leeper
10:00	Refreshment Break
10:30	Cardiovascular Aspects (continued) Barbara "Bobbi" Leeper
11:00	Renal Aspects Carol Hinkle
12:00 p.m.	Lunch Break
1:30	Pulmonary Aspects Suzanne M. Burns
2:45	Refreshment Break
3:00	Pulmonary Aspects (continued) Suzanne M. Burns
3:45	Neurologic Aspects Mary Kay Bader
4:30	Adjourn

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Tuesday, April 26

8:00 a.m.	Neurologic Aspects (continued) Mary Kay Bader
9:30	Gastrointestinal Aspects Christine A. Kessler
10:15	Refreshment Break
10:45	Endocrine Aspects C. Diane Byrum
12:00 p.m.	Lunch Break
1:30	Hematologic Aspects Christine A. Kessler
2:00	Behavioral Aspects Carol A. Rauen
2:45	Refreshment Break
3:00	Multisystem Aspects Carol A. Rauen
4:15	The Synergy Model and Study and Test Taking Strategies Barbara "Bobbi" Leeper
4:30	Adjourn

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PRECONFERENCE B

Critical Care Pharmacology

One of the most dynamic components in the care of critically ill patients is pharmacotherapy. New drugs and new protocols are introduced which broaden treatment options. New information on current medications becomes available requiring reconsideration of accepted practice. Risks and benefits must be balanced, keeping in mind the clinical picture as a whole. Learn from the experts to critically evaluate the pharmacologic aspects of your patient's treatment plan in order to help insure best possible outcomes.

This Preconference will enable you to:

• Identify appropriate medications for selected disease states.
• Recognize adverse reactions and critical lab values relative to medications prescribed.
• Examine new evidence on commonly prescribed medications and the implications for care of the critically ill patient.

Tuesday, April 26

7:00 a.m.	Preconference Registration
8:00	Acute Severe Asthma: Rx for Management Suzanne M. Burns (RX = .75 hr.)
8:45	Death by Clot: Hematology Pharmacology Carol A. Rauen (RX = .75 hr.)
9:30	Refreshment Break
9:45	Anesthesia Pharmacology Penelope S. Benedik (RX = .75 hr.)
10:30	Treatment of Post-Op Nausea and Vomiting Angela Smith Collins (RX = .75 hr.)
11:15	Questions and Discussion Faculty Panel (RX = .5 hr.)
11:45	Lunch Break
1:15 p.m.	Neuromuscular Blockade Penelope S. Benedik (RX = .75 hr.)
2:00	A Practical Approach to Antimicrobials Nancy Munro (RX = .75 hr.)
2:45	Refreshment Break
3:00	Micro Labs 101 Nancy Munro (RX = .75 hr.)
3:45	Toxic Toll: Unusual Reactions to Medications Angela Smith Collins (RX = .75 hr.)
4:30	Questions and Discussion Faculty Panel (RX= .5 hr.)
5:00	Adjourn

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RX= Pharmacology Credit for Prescriptive Authority

MAIN CONFERENCE

Wednesday, April 27

7:00 a.m.	Main Conference Registration
8:00	"C" Can You Stand Tall Without Intention? Beth Hammer
9:00	Time is Brain: Managing Hyperacute Ischemic Stroke Mary Kay Bader (RX = .25 hr.)
10:00	Refreshment Break
10:30	Resuscitation of the Kidney: Future Directions Carol Hinkle (RX = .25 hr.)
11:30	Questions and Discussion Faculty Panel (RX = .25 hr.)
12:00 p.m.	Lunch Break
1:30	Triple Threat of Liver Failure: Renal, Pulmonary and Adrenal C. Diane Byrum (RX = .25 hr.)
2:30	Evidence-Based Practice: Do the Right Thing Carol A. Rauen
3:30	Refreshment Break
3:45	Newer Modes of Ventilation John J. Gallagher
4:45	Questions and Discussion Faculty Panel
5:10	Adjourn

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RX= Pharmacology Credit for Prescriptive Authority

Thursday, April 28

During each Concurrent Session, 4 topics are presented simultaneously in separate rooms. Sessions are limited in size. Choices are assigned in the order received.

8:00 a.m.	CONCURRENT SESSIONS #1 #11 Advanced Pacing Concepts Beth Hammer #12 Managing Hyperglycemia in the ICU: Clarifying the Treatment Conundrum Christine A. Kessler (RX = .5 hr.) #13 GO FLOW! Hemodynamic Endpoints for the Critical Thinker Barbara McLean #14 Intra-Abdominal Hypertension: Unusual Scenarios John J. Gallagher
9:30	Refreshment Break
10:00	CONCURRENT SESSIONS #2 #21 Where Were You When the Lytes Went Out? Laura M. Criddle (RX = .75 hr.) #22 Chest Radiograph Interpretation Debra Siela #23 Cardiac Case Studies Pamela C. Timothy #24 What Do You Want to Do Next? "C" Exploring Advanced Practice Nursing Roles to Impact Patient Care Ginger S. Pierson
11:30	Lunch Break
1:00 p.m.	CONCURRENT SESSIONS #3 #31 Trauma in the Obstetric Patient Laura M. Criddle #32 Anti-Arrhythmic Drugs Pamela C. Timothy (RX = 1.5 hrs.) #33 Mission Possible: Surviving Sepsis Barbara McLean #34 "They Don't Get It": Rebuilding "B" Trust with Patients and Families Cynda Hylton Rushton
2:30	Refreshment Break
3:00	CONCURRENT SESSIONS #4 #41 Taming Team Toxicity: Creating "C" Energizing and Healthy Nursing Teams Melissa A. Fitzpatrick #42 Good Gas Mileage: Gas Exchange, Gas Transport, Tissue Oxygenation, Oxygen Consumption and CO2 Production Debra Siela #43 Aortic Emergencies: Dissecting Best Practices S. Jill Ley (RX = .25 hr.) #44 Understanding Key Lab Values Associated with HIT, Sepsis and Heart Failure Ginger S. Pierson
4:30	Adjourn

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RX= Pharmacology Credit for Prescriptive Authority

Friday, April 29

8:00 a.m.	Resuscitation After Cardiac Arrest: "B" Time for a New Standard? S. Jill Ley (RX = .25 hr.)
9:00	Ethical Decision Making: The Art of Pause Cynda Hylton Rushton
10:00	Refreshment Break
10:15	Pulmonary Issues Related to Obesity in Critical Care: What to Know and What to Do Debra Siela (RX = .25 hr.)
11:15	"C" Engaging the Leader Within You: Schlumpy Mary Beware! Melissa A. Fitzpatrick
12:15 p.m.	Questions and Discussion Faculty Panel
12:45	Conference Summary and Evaluation
12:50	Adjourn

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RX= Pharmacology Credit for Prescriptive Authority

All presentations are Synergy CERP

Category A except those designated by the following:

B = Category B
C = Category C

Conference Faculty

Mary Kay Bader, MSN, RN, CCNS, FAHA Neuro/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, California	Christine A. Kessler, MN, CNS, ANP, BC-ADM Nurse Practitioner Department of Endocrinology & Metabolic Medicine Walter Reed Army Medical Center Founder, Critical Care Consultants Washington, DC
Penelope S. Benedik, PhD, CRNA, RRT Nurse Anesthetist, Brazos Anesthesiology Associates Bryan, Texas	Barbara "Bobbi" Leeper, MN, RN, CNS M/S, CCRN, FAHA Clinical Nurse Specialist, Cardiovascular Services Baylor University Medical Center Dallas, Texas
Suzanne M. Burns, MSN, RRT, ACNP, CCRN, FAAN, FCCM, FAANP Professor of Nursing, Acute and Specialty Care, School of Nursing Advanced Practice Nurse Level 2 Medicine/Medical Intensive Care Unit Director of Nursing Research University of Virginia Health System Charlottesville, Virginia	S. Jill Ley, MS, RN, CNS Clinical Nurse Specialist, Cardiac Surgery California Pacific Medical Center Clinical Professor, University of California San Francisco School of Nursing San Francisco, California
C. Diane Byrum, MSN, CCRN, CCNS, FCCM Clinical Nurse Specialist, Critical Care Unit Presbyterian Hospital Huntersville Huntersville, North Carolina	Barbara McLean, MN, CCRN, CCNS-NP, FCCM Nurse Intensivist, Grady Health Systems Critical Care Consultant Atlanta, Georgia
Angela Smith Collins, DSN, CCNS, ACNS, BC Critical Care Clinical Specialist Clinical Professor University of Alabama Capstone College of Nursing Tuscaloosa, Alabama	Nancy Munro, MN, RN, CCRN, ACNP Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Critical Care Medicine Department National Institutes of Health Bethesda, Maryland Associate Faculty, ACNP/CNS Graduate Program University of Maryland School of Nursing Baltimore, Maryland
Laura M. Criddle, PhD, ACNS-BC, CCRN, CCNS, CNRN, CEN, FAEN Clinical Nurse Specialist The Laurelwood Group Scappoose, Oregon	Ginger S. Pierson, MSN, RN, CCRN, CNS Clinical Nurse Specialist Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian Newport Beach, California
Melissa A. Fitzpatrick, MSN, RN, FAAN Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer, Hill-Rom Cary, North Carolina President & CEO, Fitzpatrick & Associates LLC Chapel Hill, North Carolina	Carol A. Rauen, MS, RN, CCNS, CCRN, PCCN Independent Clinical Nurse Specialist & Education Consultant Staff Nurse, Emergency Department Outer Banks Hospital The Outer Banks of North Carolina
John J. Gallagher, MSN, CCRN, CCNS, RRT Trauma Program Manager/Clinical Nurse Specialist Division of Trauma/Surgical Critical Care Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	Cynda Hylton Rushton, PhD, RN, FAAN Associate Professor, Nursing and Pediatrics Faculty, Berman Institute of Bioethics Program Director, Harriet Lane Compassionate Care Johns Hopkins University and Children's Center Baltimore, Maryland
Beth Hammer, MSN, RN, APRN-BC Immediate Past President, AACN Nurse Practitioner, Cardiology/Electrophysiology Zablocki VA Medical Center Milwaukee, Wisconsin	Debra Siela, PhD, RN, CCNS, ACNS-BC, CCRN, CNE, RRT Clinical Nurse Specialist Nurse Consultant Assistant Professor Ball State University School of Nursing Muncie, Indiana
Carol Hinkle, MSN, RN Education Consultant - Critical Care Brookwood Medical Center Birmingham, Alabama	Pamela C. Timothy, MS, ANP-BC Nurse Practitioner for Adult Electrophysiology Loma Linda University Medical Center Loma Linda, California

Accreditation

A Certificate of Attendance will be available online after you complete the course requirements, enabling you to register your credit with the appropriate licensing boards or associations. To apply for credit not listed below, use the procedure established by the specific organization.

Nurses and Nurse Practitioners

Preconference A: 12.5 ANCC/15 CA BRN contact hours
Preconference B: 7 ANCC/8.4 CA BRN contact hours
Main Conference: 17.5 ANCC/21 CA BRN contact hours

Contemporary Forums is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Contemporary Forums is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #04516. (CA BRN contact hour = 50 minutes)

Pharmacology Credit for Prescriptive Authority

Preconference B: 7 hours
Main Conference: 4.5 hours available

RX indicates sessions with pharmacology content. Because states' requirements vary, contact your Board of Nursing for more information.

Exhibits

To enhance your educational experience, we are inviting representatives from professionally relevant companies, organizations and hospitals to exhibit equipment, supplies, services and career opportunities. The schedule provides participants time for one-on-one discussion with exhibitors. For exhibit space availability or additional information contact the exhibits department:

Phone: (925) 828-7100, Ext. 5260
Email: exhibits@cforums.com OR
Visit: http://www.contemporaryforums.com/en/For-Exhibitors/

Location

Las Vegas

Viva Las Vegas … it's impossible to resist the excitement of the neon lights, the shrieks of delight from jackpot winners, and the glitz and glamour of the hotels on the strip. A Disneyland for adults? You bet … and Las Vegas is so much more! Dine at restaurants inspired by the world's greatest collection of chefs--Wolfgang Puck, Emeril
Lagasse, Bobby Flay and Thomas Keller, just to name a few. Treat yourself to a world-class show, including a choice of five Cirque du Soleil productions, Disney's The Lion King, The Blue Man Group, Phantom The Las Vegas Spectacular and Jersey Boys. Make sure to also consider the variety of well-known headliners from the worlds of music, comedy and magic performing during your stay.

Don't miss the newly-opened CityCenter complex located in the heart of The Strip, a blend of sleek architecture and public mini parks, with walkways and art throughout. You'll find luxury hotels, a casino and Crystals, a three-story retail center whose shape resembles the multi-faceted surface of a quartz crystal. Add to your enjoyment by experiencing Viva Elvis, the latest Cirque du Soleil production and CityCenter's tribute to the life and music of "The King."

There's never a dull moment in Las Vegas. Watch the volcano erupt at the Mirage, don't miss the rousing pirate battle at Treasure Island, marvel at the dancing waters display at the Bellagio, take a romantic gondola ride through the canals of the Venetian or dine at the top of the Eiffel Tower at Paris. For a break from The Strip, take a day trip to Hoover Dam where you'll be impressed with the power of the mighty Colorado River.

The Venetian Resort and Hotel … an extraordinary celebration of the beauty, grace and artistic vision of Venice. From the detailed frescoes of the Great Hall to the serenading gondoliers winding their way down the Grand Canal, you will feel as though you've been transported to the fabled Italian city. The Venetian has everything you would expect and more … a dazzling spectrum of shops, gorgeous pools on the rooftop garden, trendy clubs and lounges, a vibrant casino, and over-sized, luxurious accommodations. The Canyon Ranch SpaClub, a health and fitness oasis, offers over 120 pampering services. Remarkable restaurants await you, including such world-class choices as Wolfgang Puck's Postrio, Thomas Keller's Bouchon, Emeril Lagasse's Delmonico, and Mario Batali's B & B Ristorante. And you won't want to miss the great shows at The Venetian, including The Blue Man Group and Phantom-The Las Vegas Spectacular.

Join your colleagues for "A Slice of AACN NTI" and enjoy all of the fun in the city that never sleeps. For more information, call the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority at (702) 892-7575 or go online to www.lasvegas.com.

Hotel/Travel

Hotel Accommodations

The conference will be held at the Venetian Hotel, 3355 Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89109. A limited block of rooms is being held for you and your guests at special group rates which will be in effect, based on room availability, from April 23 to April 30 for those wishing to extend their stay to enjoy area activities or qualify for discount airfares.

Rates: $139 single/double
Rates are per room and subject to prevailing state and local taxes.

To obtain the special group rates, make your reservation early and before the "hotel room block release date" which is March 24. Rooms may sell out before this date so be sure to make your reservation now. After the release date, rooms and group rates may no longer be available so call the hotel regarding availability.

To reserve your room online, please click here.

For room reservations, call (877) 283-6423 and inform them that you are attending the Contemporary Forums' conference A Slice of AACN NTI. Request a confirmation number and written confirmation of your reservation. Reservations must include a first night's deposit.

Refunds will be issued on an individual attendee's reservation cancelled at least 48 hours in advance of the confirmed arrival date.

Contact the hotel regarding cancellation policy. For arrivals after 3 p.m., call the hotel on the day of travel to reconfirm reservations.

For additional hotel information, call the Venetian Hotel at (702) 414-1000.

For assistance in locating a roommate, call Contemporary Forums at (800) 377-7707.

Travel Discounts

Contemporary Forums has a special discount agreement with United Airlines unavailable to the general public. To obtain these special conference fares call the Special Meeting Desk at (800) 521-4041, Account Code 510CW.

Hertz is the official car rental agency for the conference. Special rates will be in effect throughout the conference as well as one week before and after. For special rates, call HERTZ at (800) 654-2240 and refer to Contemporary Forums plus the conference discount code CV#03000258.

Fees

Registrations must include full tuition payment to be accepted. Registrations faxed without payment will not be processed. Confirmation is sent by email if your completed registration form and payment are received one week before the conference begins. Since conference registration and hotel rooms are limited, early registration is advised.

Out of consideration to registrants, children of any age and spouses may not attend the sessions.

Tuition (U.S. Funds)

	Preconference A	Preconference B	Main Conference
			AACN Member	ACCN Non-Member
Early Registration Fee* (On/before March 14)	$345	$235	$465	$515
Regular Registration Fee (After March 14)	$375	$255	$495	$545

*Postmarked or phone/fax/online registration and fees received on/before March 14. Your tuition includes Certificate of Attendance and refreshment breaks.

Group Discounts (Mail, fax, or call in together–online registration is not available)

Tuition discounts are given to groups of 3 or more registering for the complete Main Conference.

Discounts do not apply to the preconferences. To qualify for the group discount, all registration information must be complete for all group members, payment included and forms sent together. If faxing, list all group members on cover sheet. Subtract the discount from the tuition fee.

Groups may not be formed after individual registrations are received.

• $25 per person discount for 3 or 4 in a group
  $45 per person discount for 5 or more in a group

Method of Tuition Payment

Make payment by check (payable to Contemporary Forums and enclose with Registration
Form), Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express or Purchase Order. A $30 fee is charged for any returned check. Personal checks are NOT accepted at the conference. Purchase Orders must be received with registration by the conference date and include the P.O. number, invoice address, tuition, approval signature, and contact name, email address and phone number.

Register by Phone, Fax, Mail or Online (Payment required to register)

Register only ONCE, by mail, fax (800) 329-9923, online at www.contemporaryforums.com, or call (800) 377-7707, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Pacific Time). Before calling, complete all registration information.

Tax Deductibility

Expenses of training, tuition, travel, lodging and meals to maintain or improve professional skills may be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. Consult your tax advisor.

Partial Attendance (Online registration is not available)

Call Contemporary Forums for tuition and CE credit for individual days. Group discounts do not apply. Registrations may not be shared.

Cancellations

Cancellations may be made by phone or in writing. Cancellations received on/before March 14 receive a full tuition refund. Cancellations received after March 14 are assessed a $20 processing fee. No refunds for cancellations received after the conference begins or for "no shows." If this meeting is cancelled for any reason, including labor strikes or acts of God, liability is limited to a full refund of registration fees.

Program Changes

Contemporary Forums reserves the right to make necessary changes in speakers, topics or schedule. The most current program can be found at www.contemporaryforums.com.

Questions?

Contact Contemporary Forums at (800) 377-7707, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Pacific Time) or email info@cforums.com.

If you require special arrangements at this Conference, call (800) 377-7707, Ext. 5252, at least 30 days prior to the conference.