Heart to Heart Nurses

What is the role of a nurse navigator--whether or not that is your job title? Guest Susan Bush, RN, BSN, CCRP, FPCNA, describes how these individuals can help patients with heart failure and other diseases find information, resources, support, and much more.  PCNA heart failure resources for patients: https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/patient-handouts/heart-failure-tools-and-handout/ PCNA heart failure resources for professionals: https://pcna...

Team-based cared for patients with heart failures and related comorbidities is an effective management practice, helping support patients in both inpatient settings and beyond. Guest Anita Rich, DNP, RN, CHFN, CDCES, describes how to instill confidence in team members, be an effective change agent, and inspire hope in these complex patients.  PCNA membership: https://pcna.net/member-center/join-pcna/ Heart Failure Nurse Certification: https://www.aahfn...

Caring for yourself can help you in your role of helping others. Learn strategies to nurture well-being in your daily life, and the ripple effects that can positively influence those around you, including in the workplace. Guest: Keith Jones, MA, BS Tips for embracing joy in daily life: https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/tips-for-embracing-joy-in-daily-life Joy in the Workplace: The Mayo Clinic Experience: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih...

What are the latest guidelines for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of heart failure (HF)? Guest Nancy Albert, PhD, CCNS, CHFN, CCRN, NE-BC, FAHA, discusses new HF classifications, diagnostic strategies including BNP measurement, the four pillars of HF medications, and overcoming barriers to ensure the most effective treatment for our patients.. Four pillars: 2022 AHA/ACC/HFSA Guideline for the Management of Heart Failure: https://professional.heart...

The prevalence of mental health issues is greater in patients with cardiovascular disease than the general population--but do you know what to look for? Guest Valerie Hoover, PhD, discusses the connection of both positive and negative psychological factors on cardiac outcomes, the importance of symptom recognition, and how regular screening for depression using a validated tool can make a significant difference for patients. Assessment of Depression and Depressive Systems...

Learn about advocacy actions that you can take every day, and the importance of nurses sharing their voices on issues that matter. Guest Lynne Braun, PhD, CNP, CLS, FAHA, FPCNA, FAAN, describes how to get involved, and shares examples of engagement that made a difference. PCNA Advocacy Toolkit https://pcna.net/about/advocacy/advocacy-toolkit/ PCNA Advocacy https://pcna.net/about/advocacy/ PCNA Advocacy Award--nominate your self or others; submissions open July through November. https://pcna...

One in two U.S. adults has an elevated blood pressure, and for those that have hypertension, only one in four have it controlled. Guest Janet Wright, MD, FACC, describes the critical role nurses play in detection and management, strategies, and resources to help health care professionals and patients partner on accurate blood pressure monitoring. PCNA Patient Education Resources: https://pcna...

Guests Gwen Klinkner, DNP, RN, BC-ADM, CDCES, FADCES, and Melissa Magwire, RN, MSN, CDCES describe how to help patients with diabetes navigate behavior change principles to achieve glucose management including nutrition and exercise. They also examine pharmacotherapies for weight loss with glucose-lowering medications. CE Link: pcna.net/podcast/euglycemia SURMOUNT Trials: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2206038  ADCES: https://www.diabeteseducator.org/ PNCA.net  AHA...

Nancy Albert, APN, and Rimsky Denis, MD discuss current studies in ASCVD risk reduction for patients with--or at risk for--Type 2 Diabetes. Thay also describe strategies for shared decision-making in clinical practice for managing both cardiovascular disease and diabetes.  CE LINK: pcna.net/podcast/understanding-and-reducing-cardiovascular-and-cardiometabolic-risks American Heart Association, aha.org American College of Cardiology, acc.org Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association, pcna...

The available novel diabetes therapies and their impact on cardiovascular and cardiometabolic risk reduction are discussed by guests Chris Memering, MSN, RN, CDCES, BC-ADM, FADCES, and Sun Kim, MD. A particular emphasis on GLP-1 receptor agonists, and the patients for whom they are guideline recommended, as well as ongoing research are also covered. CE LINK: pcna...