Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association

Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM) is a potentially fatal condition that stiffens heart walls. Want to help improve outcomes for patients with ATTR-CM? Our new clinical tool is designed to help clinicians identify cardiac amyloidosis early, offers links to heart failure information, red flags for ATTR, a diagnostic algorithm, and crucial resources. Check it out now: https://bit.ly/4fc9zXi #Cardiology #HeartHealth #MedicalTools #ATTRCM #ClinicianTools

#Veterans returning from deployment 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. In a recent Heart to Heart Nurses podcast episode, we are joined by guest Judy Ching, RN, BSN, CDCES, who speaks to these considerations, as well as the critical importance of correct documentation to ensure long-term care through the VA and other sources. Listen wherever you find podcasts, or watch the full episode on our YouTube channel! https://bit.ly/464pRO1

Diagnosis and treatment of atrial fibrillation (AFib) necessitates a balance of rate, rhythm, and risk reduction strategies; and assessing and managing the disease requires a team-based mentality with the patient at the center. In a new article by PCNA President @Lisa Maher, explore comprehensive management strategies of #AFib and discover how balancing heart rate, restoring normal rhythm, and mitigating stroke risk are crucial for effective treatment. Read it now! https://bit.ly/3WoVxdB

Check out our recent podcast, where Ruth-Alma Turkson-Ocran PhD, MPH, RN, FNP-BC, CNE and Maria Bonanni CRNP discuss renal denervation treatments for resistant hypertension, including case studies. Listen to Heart to Heart Nurses wherever you stream podcasts, or visit pcna.net/podcast to find this episode and more!

Expand your knowledge of cardiovascular health with this comprehensive Lipoprotein(a) course! - Examine cutting-edge research focused on strategies to lower Lp(a) levels and enhance patient outcomes - Gain proficiency in the latest diagnostic tests to accurately confirm Lp(a) diagnosis and delve into treatment options that will empower you to provide optimal care for patients diagnosed with elevated Lp(a) - Earn 0.75 CE contact hours/0.25 CE pharmacology hours Learn more: https://bit.ly/3zqQpN5

Healthy lifestyle behaviors in childhood are crucial for overall cardiovascular health and reducing the risk of heart disease. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has issued new clinical guidelines for pediatric healthcare professionals, focusing on obesity as a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease among young people. Learn more about these guidelines and their impact on childhood cardiovascular health in the latest "Progress In Prevention" column in the Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing, authored by PCNA leaders: https://bit.ly/3Y4UTDB

To achieve widespread #healthequity, we must tackle historical and current injustices, surmount economic and social barriers to healthcare access, and eliminate preventable health disparities. Want to do your part to close the health equity gap? PCNA recently launched the Health Equity Self-Assessment Tool (HESAT), a 10-minute self-assessment designed to help healthcare professionals identify areas for improvement regarding health equity. Take the assessment now and receive a tailored list of recommended health equity resources: https://bit.ly/4bOktR7 #healthdisparity #healthequity #selfassessment #healthcareprofessionals #equity #nursingassessment #healthcareequity

Check out the incredible work PCNA President Elect Erin Ferranti is doing with Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University to improve care access and create lasting change for migrant farmworkers: https://bit.ly/3VAsPF6

Achieving health equity requires addressing historical and current injustices, overcoming economic and social barriers, and eliminating preventable health disparities. In a new article, we explore what can be done to support cardiovascular professionals interested in helping with health equity issues, either in their community or on a larger scale. Plus, check out our new Health Equity Self-Assessment Tool, a 10-minute self-assessment designed to help healthcare professionals identify areas for improvement regarding health equity, and receive a list of recommended resources. Learn more here: #healthequity #selfassessment #nursing https://bit.ly/4eyFnWn

Introducing our new diabetes interactive patient tool - Diabetes and Your Heart: Close Connections. This mobile-first, easy-to-use online tool is designed to empower your patients with critical information about managing diabetes. With a modular, patient-friendly approach, it covers everything from diagnosis and goal setting to treatment, lifestyle modifications, risk reduction, and self-care strategies. Help your diabetic patients take control of their health and reduce their risk of heart attack or stroke. Share this valuable resource today: https://bit.ly/45wSCCK #DiabetesManagement #PatientEducation #HealthcareResources #HeartHealth #DiabetesCare