Heart to Heart Nurses

Addressing hypertension at the local and global levels requires using validated tools, following the data, and working with patients and policymakers alike. Guest Yvonne Commodore-Mensah, PhD, MHS, RN, FAAN, FAHA, FPCNA describes strategies for clinical practice as well as legislative advocacy for addressing this global healthcare crisis.Resources: Validated blood pressure monitors: validatebp.org PCNA patient education blood pressure resources: pcna.netHigh Blood Pressure: What you need to know (sheet in English & Spanish)Blood Pressure: How do you measure up? (Booklet in English & Spanish)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Any diagnosis of cardiovascular disease can present challenges for our patients, however, Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome (CKM) which is also referred to as Cardio-renal metabolic syndrome (CRM) can have even more drastic effects for our patients. Hear from two cardiovascular patients (one with CKM) who also happen to be nurses as they discuss navigating their specific treatment journeys. Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome: What You Need to Know Patient Handout (LINK ONCE AVALIABLE)WomenHeart: womenheart.orgCardiometabolic Health Congress Lifestyle Management Hub: https://www.cardiometabolichealth.org/cardiometabolic-education-hubs/lifestyle-management-hub/Cleveland Clinic Center for CardioMetabolic Health: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/cardiometabolic-healthSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join Chloé Villavaso MN, APRN, ACNS-C, FPCNA, AACC, as she explores Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome (CKM) also know as Cardio-renal metabolic syndrome (CRM). Listen to a recap of the 5 stages of CKM and learn how to apply guideline-directed therapy as a part of the vast healthcare team needed to treat your CKM patients. Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome: What You Need to Know Patient Handout (LINK ONCE AVALIABLE)2023 AHA Presidential Advisory and Scientific Statement: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001184Life's Essential Eight: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-lifestyle/lifes-essential-8PREVENT Tool: https://professional.heart.org/en/guidelines-and-statements/prevent-calculatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome (CKM) also known as Cardio-renal metabolic syndrome (CRM) has been growing in prevalence over the past 20 years. Join Dr. Koirala in this episode as she explores this syndrome and what risk factors to look out for in clincial practice.Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Syndrome: What You Need to Know Patient Handout (LINK ONCE AVALIABLE)2023 AHA Presidential Advisory and Scientific Statement: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001184Life's Essential Eight: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-lifestyle/lifes-essential-8"See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Health coaching requires personalized recommendations, multiple conversations, and shared decision-making. Learn about the 3 Es and 3 Ps of coaching, motivational strategies, and the importance of self-care. Guest Erum Jiva, DNP, ARNP-BC, CLS, FNLA, FPCNA.Related PCNA resource:Behavior Change Mini-Certificate: https://pcna.net/online-course/behavior-change-mini-certificate/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You may have seen haptoglobin values in lab results--but what is it, and how is it related to cardiovascular and other diseases? Learn from guest Emily Mewborn, PhD, DNP, FNP-BC, about these links, and how our haptoglobin genotype may affect risk.Related information:Haptoglobin genotype and its role in determining heme-iron mediated vascular disease: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3345090/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For patients who are older, or with complex diseases like HCM, healthcare professionals who really listen can be the key to successful shared decision-making. Guest Kate Lew, MSN, RN, FNP-C, FPCNA, addresses effective strategies, a well as how to get involved beyond the clinical walls.PCNA Heart Healthy Toolbox: https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/patient-handouts/heart-healthy-toolbox/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The wide array of cardiovascular implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) s may lead to confusion as to which one to use in what circumstances. Differentiating defibrillators, pacemakers, and loop recorders--as well as accessing and utilizing the collected data--is covered by guest Erin Nordstrom, BSN, RN, PHN, CV-B. Related PCNA courses:Choosing the Right Cardiac Pacing Device: https://pcna.net/online-course/choosing-the-right-cardiac-pacing-device-heart-failure-interventions/ 12-Lead ECG in the Clinical Setting: https://pcna.net/online-course/interpreting-and-applying-the-12-lead-ecg-in-clinical-settings/Managment of Atrial Fibrillation: https://pcna.net/online-course/management-of-atrial-fibrillation-from-a-to-z/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What's good for the heart is good for the brain. Guest Brittany Butts, PhD, RN, describes helping patients understand this connection and implement actions to decrease their risk for both cardiovascular and cognitive declines. MMSE: https://muhc.ca/sites/default/files/micro/m-PT-OT/OT/Mini-Mental-State-Exam-%28MMSE%29.pdfMOCA: https://mocacognition.com/paper (official site)https://geriatrictoolkit.missouri.edu/cog/MoCA-8.3-English-Test-2018-04.pdf (PDF only)PCNA CE Course: Preventing Stroke: Applying the Guidelines https://pcna.net/online-course/preventing-stroke-applying-the-guidelines/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan McAlister, DNP, APRN, CLS, describes the links between triglycerides, diet, obesity, and A1C, and the role of triglycerides in atherosclerosis.PCNA Patient Ed Sheet: https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/patient-handouts/triglyceride-tools-and-handouts/2021 ACC consensus statement: https://www.acc.org/Latest-in-Cardiology/ten-points-to-remember/2021/07/27/21/04/2021-ACC-ECDP-HypertriglyceridemiaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Current President of the Family Heart Foundation, Dr. Seth Baum explores the importance of cascade screening with FH patients. Learn how to navigate difficult conversations with your patients and connect with resources to help your patients cope with their diagnosis. Relevant PCNA Resources: https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/patient-handouts/familial-hypercholesterolemia-patient-education-fact-sheet/ Family Heart Foundation Resources: https://familyheart.org/familial-hypercholesterolemia Family Heart Foundation Peer Support:https://familyheart.org/get-involved/support-groupsFamily Heart Foundation Cascade FH Registry: https://familyheart.org/cascade-fh-registry-clinicalMore information on Dutch "Foundation for Tracing FH" Concept: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666667721000258See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dive into the genetics of the rare Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia or HoFH. Guest Ruth Schneider emphasizes the role family or cascade screening can play in this rare genetic condition. Relevant PCNA Resources: https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/patient-handouts/familial-hypercholesterolemia-patient-education-fact-sheet/Family Heart Foundation Resources: https://familyheart.org/familial-hypercholesterolemiaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Explore the two different types of familial hypercholesterolemia: Homozygous and Heterozygous. Guest Kathy Byrne walks listeners through different signs and symptoms along with diagnostic tools to explore a diagnosis for your patients.National Heart Blood and Lung Screening Guidelines https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26343208/#:~:text=Identification%20of%20hetFH%20is%20key,;%20Prevalence;%20Screening;%20Treatment.Relevant PCNA Resources https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/patient-handouts/familial-hypercholesterolemia-patient-education-fact-sheet/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Doing 'just one thing' has big benefits for cardiovascular health. Guest Karen Laing, RN, MSN, DNP, discusses the tenets of lifestyle medicine: the six pillars, leading by example, shared medical appointments, and related resources.American College of Lifestyle Medicine: lifestylemedicine.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Workplace safety impacts healthcare employees, patients and family members. Guest Mark Kincaid, BA EM, CSS, CPI/NCII, describes strategies including de-escalation that can be applied in any setting.OSHA Healthcare Workplace Safety Resources: https://www.osha.gov/hospitalsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Preparing a patient for cardiac surgery entails a individualized and coordinated effort to optimize medical therapy while simultaneously minimizing surgical, thrombotic, and bleeding risk. Guest Jane Linderbaum, ARNP, CNP, describes how to help prepare patients and help them understand details such as specific dates to stop taking medications.Related PCNA Professional Development: CVD Diagnostics: Demystifying which, when and why? https://pcna.net/online-course/cvd-diagnostics-demystifying-which-when-and-why/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Effective clinical research is a true partnership with individuals, their families, and communities. Guest Jo-Ann Eastwood, PhD, RN , CNS, ACNP-BC, FAHA, FPCNA, FAAN, describes her research in reducing heart disease in premenopausal women in vulnerable populations. Learn how to apply strategies such as relationship-building and utilization of technology, as well as the importance of preceptorship in nursing education.Research Study: Kathuria-Prakash N, Moser DK, Alshurafa N. Watson K, Eastwood JA. Young African American women's participation in an m-Health study in cardiovascular risk reduction: Feasibility , benefits, and barriers. Eur J Cadiovasc Nurs. 2019 Oct;18(7):569-576. doi: 10.1177/1474515119850009. Epub 2019 May 15.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nurses are posed to make a huge impact on clinical enrollment to combat the ongoing underrepresention of patients due to race, gender, abilities, and geographic regions. Guests [NAMES, creds] address these and other issues such as trial eligibility, access to study sites, lack of health care provider knowledge, and overall distrust in medicine.www.clinicaltrials.govAll of Us Research Programhttps://allofus.nih.gov/Nurses Health Studyhttps://nurseshealthstudy.org/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Underrepresentation among participants in clinical trials leads to inaccurate and unbalanced data of drug and device efficacy. Guests (NAMES, CREDS) discuss how nurses are posed to increase diversity among populations enrolled in trials.Life's Essential Eighthttps://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-lifestyle/lifes-essential-8Research Goes Red For Womenhttps://www.goredforwomen.org/en/get-involved/research-goes-redSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sleep quality and cardiovascular health are closely intertwined. Guest Virend Somers, MD, PhD, describes the connections and provides sleep hygiene tips that can be used by healthcare professionals as well as your patients to improve sleep.The Nurses Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11458281/ PCNA CE course: https://pcna.net/online-course/identification-and-management-of-sleep-apnea-to-reduce-cvd-risk/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guest Lola Coke, PhD, ACNS-BC, FAHA, FPCNA, FAAN, describes the impacts on smoking and peripheral aretry disease, as well as how to help patients with behavior change strategies for tobacco cessation. Resources:Stages of Change Theory: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK556005/ PCNA Behavior Change Mini-Certificate: https://pcna.net/online-course/behavior-change-mini-certificate/PCNA Heart Healthy Toolbox: https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/patient-handouts/heart-healthy-toolbox/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hear from the Director of Federal Advocacy for the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) about the Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2023.Jessica walks listeners through the importance of this bill, how it expands upon the previously approved Cardiac Rehab Bill (in 2018), and why it is important for our patients.CDC Million Hearts: https://millionhearts.hhs.gov/index.htmlNurse Practitioners: A Solution to America's Primary Care Crisis Study: https://www.aei.org/research-products/report/nurse-practitioners-a-solution-to-americas-primary-care-crisis/cMedPAC Health Care Spending and the Mediare Program Study: https://www.medpac.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/July2024_MedPAC_DataBook_SEC.pdfAANP Action Center for Cardiac Rehab: https://www.votervoice.net/AANP/1/Campaigns/104006/RespondPCNA Advocacy Training Course: https://pcna.net/online-course/from-care-to-action-basics-of-nurse-advocacy/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You may know of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), but are you familiar with the fact that it is one of the largest pieces of healthcare legislation in the past few decades?!Join Ryan Gough, Executive Director of the Partnership to Advance Cardiovascular Health (PACH) as he walks us through the benefits and unintended consequences of the IRA for our patients.Could the Inflation Reduction Act Maximum Fair Price Hurt Patients? Popovian Study: https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2024.06.26.24309544v1IRA Drug Price Negotiation Impact on Cardiovascular Drugs, Avalere Study: https://avalere.com/insights/ira-drug-price-negotiation-impact-on-cardiovascular-drugsMedicare Opt-In: https://www.cms.gov/inflation-reduction-act-and-medicare/part-d-improvements/medicare-prescription-payment-planPCNA Advocacy Training Course: https://pcna.net/online-course/from-care-to-action-basics-of-nurse-advocacy/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Treatment for obesity has been all over the news recently, and as cardiovascular healthcare professionals, we know the negative effects obesity can have on cardiovascular outcomes. But are these groundbreaking treatments accessible for our patients? Join Kathryn Schubert, CEO of the Society for Women's Health Research and learn about the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act and its benefits to the cardiovascular community.SWHR Women's Health Perspectives: https://swhr.org/womens-health-perspectives/Congress.govEmpowering Women Living with Obesity: A Review of the Insurance Landscape, Resources, and Helpful Information Webinar: https://swhr.org/resources/empowering-women-living-with-obesity-a-review-of-the-insurance-landscape-resources-and-helpful-information/Spotlighting the VA MOVE! Program's Approach to Weight Management Webinar: https://swhr.org/resources/spotlighting-the-va-move-programs-approach-to-weight-management/Exploring Obesity's Impact on Women and Policy's Role in Improving Outcomes Webinar: https://swhr.org/resources/exploring-obesitys-impact-on-women-and-policys-role-in-improving-outcomes/Obesity Disparities in Women and Factors Impacting Health Outcomes Fact Sheet: https://swhr.org/resources/obesity-disparities-in-women-and-factors-impacting-health-outcomes/PCNA Obesity Patient Education Tool: https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/patient-handouts/obesity-patient-tools/PCNA Advocacy Training Course: https://pcna.net/online-course/from-care-to-action-basics-of-nurse-advocacy /See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are a multitude of ways for nurses to engage in advocacy. Guest Elizabeth Aquino, PhD, RN, encourages involvement in the workplace, sharing stories with legislators, and even running for public office.PCNA Advocacy: https://pcna.net/about/advocacy/American Nurses Association Illinois Training Academy for Nurses Running for Public Office: https://www.ana-illinois.org/nurses-running-for-elected-office-training-academy/ PCNA Advocacy Training Course: https://pcna.net/online-course/from-care-to-action-basics-of-nurse-advocacy/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

While you can't change your genetics, what you do can impact your risk for cardiovascular disease. Guest Mary Nejedly, RN, MS, NP-BC, discusses employee health programs, community presentations, and engagement strategies to help patients understand and improve their health.PCNA resource: CVD Screening Toolkit: https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/provider-tools/cvd-screening-toolkit/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hormones affect metabolism and heart health, and the changes throughout a woman's lifetime have long standing effects on cardiovascular disease. Guest Priya Vellanki, MD, MS discusses the importance of understanding reproductive history of patients including PCOS and gestational diabetes.PCNA article: Cardiovascular Health in Women: Beyond the Basics: https://pcna.net/cardiovascular-health-in-women-beyond-the-basics/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In any health care setting, addressing social determinants of health requires moving beyond awareness to acknowlegement and action. Guests Bailey DeBlasis, MPH, MSW, LISW-S, and Emily Jones, PhD, RNC-OB, FAHA, FPCNA, describe how nurses are on the front lines of ensuring equitable and efficient care for all patients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What are some effective strategies for transitions of care for patients in acute-care settings? Guests Jessica Bell, BSN, RN, CCRN, and Kimberly Martinez, DNP, RN, CCRN, discuss starting education early, working as a team to layer information, and engaging family members and others in the process.PCNA Patient Tools: After a Heart Attack: What You Need to Know https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/patient-handouts/acute-coronary-syndrome-tools-and-handouts/Heart Failure: What You Need to Know: https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/patient-handouts/heart-failure-tools-and-handout/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Elevated LDL-C is directly associated with the development of ASCVD. Learn about current treatments, barriers in applying guideline-directed therapies, strategies for prioritizing LDL-C in clinical practice, combatting misinformation, and utilizing shared decision-making from guests Kim Prado, DNP, AGPCNP-BC, and Binu Koirala, PhD, MGS, RN, FAAN, FPCNA.2018 Guideline for the Management of Blood Cholesterol: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/cir.0000000000000625 2022 ACC Expert Consensus Decision Pathway on Role of Nonstatin Therapies for LDL-C Lowering in the Management of ASCVD Risk: https://www.jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.jacc.2022.07.006Evolving Management of LDL-C: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/JAHA.122.028892 Shared Decision-Making and Cardiovascular Health: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001162 JUPITER Trial: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/full/10.1161/CIRCOUTCOMES.109.868299 ASTEROID Trial: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/202629 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Terry Thomas, RN, MSN, FNLA, FPCNA, describes how nurses improve cardiovascular care with their implementation efforts. Whether new to your career, or more tenured in CVD prevention and management, you'll be inspired by Terry to continue to make a difference each day. PCNA ResourcesChapters: https://pcna.net/chapters/Membership: https://pcna.net/member-center/Clinical Resources & Tools: https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/Professional Development: https://pcna.net/professional-development/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Team-based care models are crucial in managing complex disease states such as cardio kidney metabolic disease. Learn from guests Melissa Magwire, RN, MSN, CDCES, the Program Director of the Cardiometabolic Center Alliance and Christine Memering, MSN, RN, CDCES, BC-ADM, FADCES, on strategies to overcome barriers and improve patient's health outcomes.Cardiometabolic Center Alliance Homepage https://cardiometabolicalliance.org/Artice: ADA: Screen All With Type 2 Diabetes for Fatty Liver Diseasehttps://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/993715Video: A Patient's introduction Fibroscan from Ohio State Medical Centerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXxI4bB_CQYSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join National Kidney Foundation team members to take a deeper dive into the impact of elevated blood glucose and hypertension on kidney function. Dr. Andrew Bzowyckyj PharmD, BCPS, CDCES, and Elizabeth Montgomery to learn tips on identification, screening and management of cardiorenal conditions.Article: Chronic Kidney Disease Testing Among At-Risk Adults in the U.S. Remains Low: Real-World Evidence From a National Laboratory Databasehttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34353883/PREVENT Online Calculatorhttps://professional.heart.org/en/guidelines-and-statements/prevent-calculatorAticle: Estimated Prevalence and Testing for Albuminuria in US Adults at Risk for Chronic Kidney Diseasehttps://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2807656NKF: Chronic Kidney Disease Change Package 2023https://www.kidney.org/professionals/ckd-intercept/ckd-change-packageNKF: Stages of Chronic Kidney Diseasehttps://www.kidney.org/atoz/content/stages-chronic-kidney-disease-ckdArticle: A Retrospective Multi-site Examination of Chronic Kidney Disease Using Longitudinal Laboratory Results and Metadata to Identify Clinical and Financial Riskhttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/379590146_A_Retrospective_Multi-site_Examination_of_Chronic_Kidney_Disease_Using_Longitudinal_Laboratory_Results_and_Metadata_to_Identify_Clinical_and_Financial_RiskNKF: Tool to assess undiagnosed CKD at your institutionhttps://www.kidney.org/sites/default/files/6.22.2023_ckdintercept-practice-assessment_v.2.pdfSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cardio kidney metabolic disease is a complex disease with many interconnected and intertwining components. Join podcast guest Melissa Magwire, RN, MSN, CDCES, the Program Director of the Cardiometabolic Center Alliance as she lays the foundation for understanding the disease.Cardiometabolic Center Alliance Homepage https://cardiometabolicalliance.org/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chronic coronary disease is common--and becoming more so. Learn what's new in the latest 2023 guidelines about testing and treatment from guest Kristin Newby, MD, MHS, FACC, FAHA, FESC. Dr Newby also discusses the importance of team-based, patient-centered care.2023 Guidelines for Chronic Coronary Disease: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001168See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The umbrella term 'digital health' encompasses eHealth, mHealth, telehealth and more. How do we leverage the power of digital health for all patients and ensure that the collected data is utilized? Guest: Linda Park, PhD, MS, FNP-BC, FAAN, FAHA, FPCNASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Learn about the latest in remote monitoring strategies--including managing the additional data streams--for patients with heart failure and other diseases. Guest Kim Newlin, RN, CNS, ANP-C. BMAD trial: https://www.acc.org/Latest-in-Cardiology/Articles/2023/03/01/22/45/mon-830am-bmad-acc-2023Heart failure risk score: https://www.jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.jchf.2023.09.014PCNA heart failure patient education: https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/patient-handouts/heart-failure-tools-and-handout/PCNA heart failure resources for HCPs: https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/provider-tools/heart-failure-provider-tools/PCNA professional development (search 'heart failure'): https://pcna.net/professional-development/online-learning/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

AI and machine learning are already impacting healthcare. What are the benefits and cautionary considerations of their use, and how can patients benefit from nurses involvement right now? Listen to pro and con perspectives from guests Osama Dasa, MD, MPH, PhD; Eileen Handberg, PhD, ANP-BC, FACC, Yvonne Commodore-Mensah, PHD, MHS, RN, FAAN, FAHA, FPCNA, and Heidi Salisbury, RN, MSN, CNS-BC, ACGN.Related resources: AHA scientific statement on the use of AI in improving heart disease outcomes: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001201ACC State-of-the-Art Review: Transforming Cardiovascular Care with AI: https://www.jacc.org/doi/10.1016/j.jacc.2024.05.003See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guests Cindy Lamendola, MSN, NP, and Patient Champion Sheila Allen discuss prescription treatments for patients with overweight/obesity. Overcoming challenges to treatment, the importance of lifestyle as well as medications for success, and shared decision-making are discussed.PCNA Patient Education Tools on Obesity: https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/patient-handouts/obesity-patient-tools/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It is an exciting time in cardiovascular prevention and management, where we can work together to make a significant difference for our patients. New pharmacotherapies are changing the disease burden and leading to improved outcomes for our patients, regardless of circumstance. Guest Clyde Yancy, MD, MSc, MACC, MACP, FAH, FHFSA, FRCP, FASPC (Hon.), FPCNA (Hon.), provides data and inspiration for our actions every day. SELECT Trial: https://www.acc.org/Latest-in-Cardiology/Clinical-Trials/2023/11/09/15/04/select Health Equity Self-Assessment Tool: Take 10 minutes, identify your strengths, and get links to related resources. https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/provider-tools/health-equity-provider-tools/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Advocacy every day makes a difference from the bedside to the halls of Congress. Nurse voices and stories are critical to ensuring that healthcare policies reflect the needs of health care professionals and their patients. Guest Ryan Gough discusses current Congressional bills and the importance of engagement in advocacy actions.Safe Step Act: https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/652 MINI Act: https://healthpolicytoday.org/2024/04/24/a-mini-act-could-be-big-for-patients/ Axios: Trust in Health Decisions [Edelman Trust Barometer] April 29, 2024: https://www.axios.com/2024/04/18/public-trust-medical-pharmaceutical-industry-institutions PCNA Advocacy Toolkit: https://pcna.net/about/advocacy/advocacy-toolkit/ PACH: advancecardiohealth.org Maintaining Investment in New Innovation Act: https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5547See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Individuals returning from deployment to their hometown require clinicians who understand the special factors that may influence their health, such as long-term exposures to stress and chemicals, unhealthy eating, and more. Guest Judy Ching, RN, BSN, CDCES, describes these considerations as well as the critical importance of correct documentation to ensure long-term care through the VA and other sources. 2024 Burn Pit (PACT Act) Bill: https://www.va.gov/files/2024-03/pact-act-overview-19mar24.pdfSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nursing is a combination of art as well of science. Guests Cheri Nichols, BSN, RN, FPCNA, and Jody Hereford, MS, BSN, RN, NBC-HWC, discuss the importance of recognizining the artfulness in what we do each day, and how it improves our outlook, our practice, and our effectiveness with patients. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guest Cheryl Dennison Himmelfarb, PhD, RN, FAAN, FAHA, FPCNA, describes how effective blood pressure readings at home and in clinic can lead to accurate assessment, including treatment-resistant hypertension. Partnering with patients and other healthcare professionals, and potential barriers to reaching blood pressure goals, are also discussed.EPISODE LINKS & RESOURCES:Validated blood pressure devices: https://www.validatebp.org/PCNA Hypertension Patient Tools: https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/patient-handouts/hypertension-patient-tools-and-handouts/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ruth-Alma Turkson-Ocran PhD, MPH, RN, FNP-BC, CNE and Maria Bonanni CRNP discuss renal denervation treatments for resistant hypertension, including case studies. Resources: Renal Denervation FDA Approval: https://www.healio.com/news/cardiology/20231120/fda-approves-second-renal-denervation-device-to-treat-hypertensionSymplicity SPRAL OFF-MED RTChttps://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(20)30554-7/abstractSymplicity SPYRAL ON-MED RTChttps://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(22)00455-X/abstractGSR DEFINE – long term registry data; real-world experiencehttps://www.ahajournals.org/doi/full/10.1161/HYPERTENSIONAHA.123.21283DENERHTN: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27576780/Renal Denervation: A Practical Guide for Health Professionals Managing Hypertension: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10433107/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One in two US adults has a hypertension diagnosis, yet not all hypertension is the same. Learn from guests Yvonne Commodore-Mensah PhD, MHS, RN and Ruth-Alma Turkson-Ocran PhD, MPH, RN, FNP-BC, CNE about primary/essential, secondary, and resistant hypertension, including the definition, diagnosis, and treatments, as well as the impaact of nonadherence. Access to care, home versus clinic readings, and team-based care are also discussed.Resources:Secondary Hypertension: Discovering the Underlying Cause: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29094913/ Resistant Hypertension: Detection, Evaluation, and Management: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/HYP.0000000000000084One in two US adults has a hypertension diagnosis, yet not all hypertension is the same. Learn from guests Yvonne Commodore-Mensah PhD, MHS, RN and Ruth-Alma Turkson-Ocran PhD, MPH, RN, FNP-BC, CNE about primary/essential, secondary, and resistant hypertension, including the definition, diagnosis, and treatments, as well as the impaact of nonadherence. Access to care, home versus clinic readings, and team-based care are also discussed.Resources:Secondary Hypertension: Discovering the Underlying Cause: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29094913/ Resistant Hypertension: Detection, Evaluation, and Management: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/HYP.0000000000000084See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Effective strategies for maximizing both inpatient and outpatient cardiac rehab are discussed by guest Jonathan David, MSN, RN, EBP-C, CCRP, NE-BC, AACC. Highlights include using a team-based approach, engaging patients in shared decision-making, providing a continuum of care that maximizes patient outcomes, and advocating for cardiovascular care.PCNA Patient Education tool: Leaving the Hospital After Your Heart Attack: https://pcna.net/clinical-resources/patient-handouts/acute-coronary-syndrome-tools-and-handouts/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

While cancer survivorship rates continue to improve, there are CVD-related complications for patients before, during, and after cancer treatment. Guests Chelsea Kriesberg, DNP, CPNP-AC, CCRN, and Lisa Nodzon, PhD, APRN, AOCNP, describe the intersection of cancer and cardiovascular disease across the lifespan. Collaborative, team-based, and life-long care is illustrated in through a case-based discussion.Cardiovascular risk calculator: https://ccss.stjude.org/resources/calculators/cardiovascular-risk-calculator.htmlCardiac Disease in Childhood Cancer Survivors: Risk Prediction, Prevention, and Surveillance. Leerink, J, de Baat, E, Feijen, E. et al. Cardiac Disease in Childhood Cancer Survivors: Risk Prediction, Prevention, and Surveillance: JACC CardioOncology State-of-the-Art Review. J Am Coll Cardiol CardioOnc. 2020 Sep, 2 (3) 363–378.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaccao.2020.08.006Cardioprotective impacts of dexrazoxane: Lipshultz SE, Scully RE, Lipsitz SR, et al. Assessment of dexrazoxane as a cardioprotectant in doxorubicin-treated children with high-risk acute lymphoblastic leukaemia: long-term follow-up of a prospective, randomised, multicentre trial. Lancet Oncol. 2010 Oct;11(10):950-61. doi: 10.1016/S1470-2045(10)70204-7. Epub 2010 Sep 16. PMID: 20850381; PMCID: PMC3756093.Improving quality and quantity of life for childhood cancer survivors: Ehrhardt MJ, Krull KR, Bhakta N, et al. Improving quality and quantity of life for childhood cancer survivors globally in the twenty-first century. Nat Rev Clin Oncol. 2023 Oct;20(10):678-696. doi: 10.1038/s41571-023-00802-w. Epub 2023 Jul 24. PMID: 37488230.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Treating inflammation in cardiovascular disease includes helping patients to understand the safety and efficacy of prescription and over-the-counter products. Joseph Saseen, Pharm D, FNLA, CLS discusses best practices in clinical decision-making, mechanisms of action , and guideline-based evidence for various anti-inflammatory medications.2023 AHA/ACC Guideline for the Management of Patients with Chronic Coronary Disease: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/pdf/10.1161/CIR.0000000000001168CANTOS trial: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/nejmoa1707914ACC guidelines & clinical documents: https://www.acc.org/GuidelinesICER (Institute for Clinical and Economic Review): https://icer.org/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Excess fat cells have the potential to cause more than 200 other obesity-associated disorders, including cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Guest Angela Golden, DNP, FNP-C, FAANP, FOMA, discusses effective communication strategies, resources, and treatments to assist patients with overweight and obesity live their healthiest life.STOP Obesity Alliance: https://stop.publichealth.gwu.edu/Canada Obesity Alliance resources HCPs and patients: https://obesitycanada.ca/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.