CANNT 2015 Brochure

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CANNT Conference 2015
This year’s conference promises nephrology professionals ... nurses,
technologists, administrators, researchers, pharmacists and more ...
so many opportunities to learn, share, network, discuss and socialize
together.
Experience all that CANNT 2015 has to offer:
• Share in the plenary addresses: be inspired towards peak performance,
re-affirm your call to your profession and incorporate leading edge
science into your everyday work!
• New this year: a two-day agenda filled with highly relevant discussions
about transplantation
Hosted at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Hotel in
Vancouver, BC — this conference will ...
• Returning this year: a one-day agenda – filled with highly relevant
re-energize, motivate and engage you!
discussions about pediatric care.
• Choose from over 50 concurrent sessions and workshops suited to all
interests – with topics ranging from mental health, pregnancy, geriatric
nephrology, innovations in practice, technology, research and much,
much more.
• Learn from over 50 poster presentations with contributing authors
from across Canada!
• Engage with our corporate partners as they showcase their latest
products and services. Come prepared with questions and issues –
our exhibitors want to hear from you!
Immerse yourself in this year’s conference theme, recognizing the
untapped capabilities of both your patients and yourselves. Explore
innovative strategies for . . .
Conference Planning Committee
Rick Luscombe RN, BSN, CNeph(C), (Conference Co-Chair)
Stan Marchuk BSN, MN, NP(F), CNeph(C), (Conference Co-Chair)
Wendy Baerg (Technical Rep)
Tony Chacon RN, BSN, CNeph(C), MN
Jennifer Leechik RN, BSN, CNeph(C)
Mary Lewis BScN, CNeph(UK)
Ruth McCarrell RN, BSN, CNeph(C)
Lori Paille RN, BSN, CNeph(C)
Julian Plamondon BSc, RPBio, (Technical Rep)
Roberta Prettie RN, CNeph(C), (Board Liaison)
Sarah Thomas RN, BSN, CNeph(C)
For REGISTRATION and all inquiries
about CANNT 2015:
Susan Mason
Innovative Conferences & Communications
P.O. Box 319
59 Millmanor Place
Delaware, Ontario N0L 1E0
Conference Objectives
1) To encourage camaraderie and networking on a national basis
2) To provide current information in the specialty of nephrology
3) To encourage the exchange of clinical, research and
technological information
4) To provide delegates with the opportunity to experience what is
new and upcoming in both medical devices and pharmacology
5) To promote membership in CANNT
6) To participate in the planning and future direction of CANNT
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EMAIL
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519-652-5015
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For MEMBERSHIP INQUIRIES:
Sharon Lapointe
CANNT National Office
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EMAIL
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Reaching New Heights through Innovation and Excellence in Nephrology.
Reaching New Heights
Speakers
Deena Ebbert
FISH! Catch the Energy and Release the Potential
The FISH! Philosophy is the language of invigorated leadership. Catch The Energy
and Release the Potential at this fast-paced and powerful event focused on relevant
solutions to such critical issues as productivity, customer service, teamwork, employee
retention and leadership. Play! Make Their Day! Be There! and Choose Your Attitude!
open a common conversation that leads to uncommon discoveries about how to
connect with fresh perspective.
@Propellergirl
Valerie Cade CSP
Encouragement for the Encouragers!
Putting the Hope Back into Healthcare
Wouldn’t it be great to know how to handle others “who don’t get it” and to be able
to influence them to a win–win understanding? This inspirational session will help
healthcare professionals want to ‘work through anything with anyone’! This session
helps to remove defensiveness with understanding through humour, relevant examples
and creates the ability for participants at all levels to be able to approach others easily.
You will be able to narrow the inter-personal gaps between co-workers and figure out
‘why do they do what they do’ in order to create a respectful workplace for all.
• You will be inspired through humor and specific insights, which will give people
an open mind to hear you;
• You will be able to identify your “most difficult situation” at work and be able to
have a “here’s what I can do about it” plan;
• You will find that while it is often natural to take things personally, it is not
productive. But how do you take things professionally? This will show you how!
@BullyFreeAtWork
Shad Ireland
The first dialysis patient to complete an Ironman triathlon, Shad is a dynamic and
inspirational speaker who says, “To live with chronic illness is not a limitation but a
special invitation to those of us who are willing to accept the challenge.” By beating
the astronomical odds against him through sheer guts and perseverance, he became
a swimming, biking and running symbol of courage and hope in the face of a killer
disease.
@IronShad
@RenalResources
Also Featuring:
Mark Donnelly
CANNT is pleased to have Mark Donnelly join us for the opening of
the CANNT 2015 conference – a hometown treasure for sure!
Born and raised in Vancouver, Mark has been singing the national
anthem for the Vancouver Canucks since 2001.
Join us Thursday morning!
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Evening of Entertainment
Friday, October 23
6:00 pm
$75.00 per person + 13% HST
www.steamworks.com
Live it up at CANNT 2015’s Evening of Entertainment – a one-of-a-kind
night! Held in the restored historic 3-floor STEAMWORKS BREWERY on the
edge of infamous Gastown, CANNT 2015 guests will savour a host of unique
seasonal and award-winning brews – while taking in the panoramic views of
the waterfront and distant mountains!
And to add to the evening, entertainment will be provided by the renowned
“DUELLING PIANOS”. The musicians will have you dancing, laughing, and
singing along to your favorite Rock & Roll hits of all time like, “Great Balls Of
Fire” by Jerry Lee Lewis, “Uptown Girl” by Billy Joel, and “Livin on a Prayer” by
Bon Jovi.
Register early as spots are limited and tickets will not
be available onsite at the conference!
Featured
Workshops and Sessions
Please look for these symbols that indicate highly relevant
discussions about the latest trends, techniques and best practice
in nephrology care.
PEDIATRIC
Sessions
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TRANSPLANT
Sessions
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TECHNICAL
Sessions
Conference Agenda
Thursday, October 22
0700 – 0830
REGISTRATION and BREAKFAST
0830 – 0900
CANNT 2015 OPENING CEREMONIES
Featuring | Mark Donnelly- Vancouver, BC
0900 – 1000
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
FISH! Catch the Energy and Release the Potential
Deena Ebbert - Minneapolis, MN
1000 – 1015
STRETCH BREAK
1015 – 1215
WORKSHOPS W1 – W6
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W1 Choice of Care for Your Patient on Peritoneal Dialysis
Linda Milo RN CNeph(C) - Calgary, AB | Susan McMurray RN BN, CNeph(C) - London, ON |
Joanne Plamondon RN CNeph(C) - Winnipeg, MB | Donna-Lee Bidwell RN BScN - Coquitlam, BC |
Tracey Skov RN HBScN MSN MBA - Mississauga, ON
Learning Objectives: [1] Develop an understanding of the clinical benefits of peritoneal dialysis therapy. [2] Develop basic understanding of clinical
practice guidelines (ISPD, CSN) and relevant literature associated with infection management and diabetes as it relates to the PD patient.
W2 Best Practices in Central Venous Catheter Line Assessment
Gail Barbour RN CNeph(C) - London, ON
Learning Objectives: By the end of this activity, participants will be able to: [1] Incorporate proper clinical CVC assessment into
daily patient assessment. [2] Recognize the role of proper CVC assessment in preventing negative outcomes for patients.
[3] Identify the signs and symptoms of early/or pre CVC dysfunction.
W3 Juicy or Parched: Traditional Clinical Assessment and New Technological Advances in Volume Assessment
JulieAnn Lawrence RN(EC) MScN CNeph(C) - London, ON; Sylvia Zuidema RN MSc - Edmonton, AB
Hemodialysis nurses are continuously challenged to be miracle workers. This session will facilitate the novice nurse to understand the basics of clinical
fluid assessment and enhance the knowledge of the expert nurse in advanced technological tools. A brief highlight of exciting future developments in
technology will be presented.
* Note: this session is only 60 minutes in length
W4 End of Life Decision-Making in Pediatrics: Family As the Unit of Care
Lori d’Agincourt-Canning MSc MA PhD
Feeling Prepared: Coping Skills for You, Your Patients and Their Families
Rita Marchildon
HEEADS Up for the Next Generation
Sabrina Gill RN BSN
Description
W5 Why Transplant Is Right for Your Patient
Dr. John Gill
Covers recipient assessment and acceptance criteria
Living Donor, Deceased Donor, Standard Criteria Donor, Exceptional Criteria Donor –
Which Donor is Right for Your Patient?
Dr. Jagbir Gill
Understanding Histocompatibility in Clinical Transplantation … Without Tears
Dr. James Lan MD FRCP(C) - Vancouver, BC
Topics covered in this presentation include: [1] HLA typing techniques. [2] Antibody identification assays. [3] CDC and flow cytometric crossmatches.
[4] Sensitization and cPRA. [5] Case studies to illustrate the clinical aspects of histocompatibility.
W6 TBA
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Thursday
1215 - 1330
LUNCH for DELEGATES
1330 - 1420
PLENARY ADDRESS
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Transition Youth-Adult
Mary Paone RN - Vancouver, BC
Lead for ON TRAC Transition Initiative
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS 1A – 1E
1430 - 1515
1A Peritoneal Dialysis Selection Criteria – Common Misconceptions
Katie Cave RN BScN CNeph(C) - Abbotsford, BC
This presentation will give an overview of the Fraser Health PD Program, outline desirable PD patient characteristics, provide clues that a patient is a
good candidate for PD, and discuss common barriers, misconceptions, and challenges.
1B Converging and Integration of Information to Manage Vascular Access
Paula Catros RN BScN; Lynda Wallace RN BScN MTS; Ethan Holtzer BA MHSC; Carol Holtzer RN CNeph(C) - Pickering & Markham, ON
The presentation will discuss the use of real time data to predict patients at risk for a thrombotic event and a report generated to communicate with our
partners to prevent and improve outcomes for vascular access.
1C Kidney Health In-Clinic Education Resource
Julie Strong RN BN; Angela Chotka MA; Tom Blydt-Hansen MD FRCPC; Diane McKenty RN CNeph(C) - Winnipeg, MB
Our presentation will discuss philosophical underpinning, the development and practical use of an in clinic Kidney Health education resource for
children, youth and families living with Chronic Kidney Disease.
1D Kidneys Across Canada… Working as a Country
Kathy Yetzer B.Comm. B.Sc.(Pharm)
TRANSPLANT - Living Donor
1E
TBA
presenter credentials - location
Description
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1515 - 1530
STRETCH BREAK
1530 - 1615
CONCURRENT SESSIONS 2A – 2E
2A Peritoneal Dialysis Unit Patient Experience Project
Susan Scott MSW RSW; Jarrin Slattery RN BSN CNeph CDE - London, ON
The goal of our project is to support the goals set by the Ontario Renal Network, to increase and sustain growth within our PD program by adapting the
service delivery model, taking into account what our patients experience is.
2B Matchmaking for Dialysis Access: Lessons Learned and Next Steps
Mirita Zerr RN CNeph(C) - Surrey, BC
This session discusses the outcome of our efforts to match accesses and the skill levels of cannulators within our units. The presentation will provide
examples of local innovations that arose from our efforts. Next steps and future strategies planned will be discussed.
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2C The Road Taken: Development of a Clinical Pathway
Nonnie Polderman RD; Cherry Mammen MD FRCPC MHSc
2D Assessment of Risk: The Personal Reflections of a
Living Donor
Eileen Carolan RD - Nanaimo, BC
One living donors experience. From consideration to surgery and beyond.
Why would anyone do this?
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When Is Risk Taking Worth It? An In-depth Look at
Living Kidney Donation
David Landsberg MD FRCP(C) - Vancouver, BC
The choice to become a kidney donor is an intensely personal one. No one can make an informed decision without understanding the risks they face.
There is accumulating knowledge about the long term risks of kidney donation. This presentation will focus on a framework for presenting risk and
review the specific risk to donors of premature death and future kidney disease.
* Participants must pre-register for both 2D and 3D
2E
TBA
CONCURRENT SESSIONS 3A – 3E
1625 - 1710
3A Using Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis to Supplement Fluid Balance and Nutrition Assessments
Jennifer Chow RN BSN CNeph(C); Anja Ninkovic RD BSc - Vancouver, BC
3B Endovascular Fistulas
Adam Berman; Rick Luscombe
3C Development of Chronic Kidney Disease in Survivors of Pediatric Acute Kidney Injury: Should We Be Worried?
Cherry Mammen MD FRCPC MHSc - Vancouver, BC
HDF: A New Generation of Pediatric Dialysis in Canada
Rosaleen Nemec RN BScN MAEd CNeph(C) - Toronto, ON
How a new HDF unit for pediatric patients came to life. The successes, pitfalls, heartaches, and a new set of rubber boots. Going from dialysis to HDF,
from start to finish. HDF is new for prescription for pediatric dialysis, with outcomes that will give children the best quality of life possible who are
suffering with ESRD.
* Note: This session will be extended until 1735 hrs.
3D Assessment of Risk: The Personal Reflections of a Living Donor
Eileen Carolan RD - Nanaimo, BC
One living donors experience. From consideration to surgery and beyond. Why would anyone do this?
When Is Risk Taking Worth It? An In-depth Look at Living Kidney Donation
David Landsberg MD FRCP(C) - Vancouver, BC
The choice to become a kidney donor is an intensely personal one. No one can make an informed decision without understanding the risks they face.
There is accumulating knowledge about the long term risks of kidney donation. This presentation will focus on a framework for presenting risk and
review the specific risk to donors of premature death and future kidney disease.
* Participants must pre-register for both 2D and 3D
3E
1715 - 1930
TBA
CANNT 2015 OPENING RECEPTION
Join CANNT and our corporate and agency partners for the opening of CANNT 2015’s Exhibit Hall.
Learn about the latest services, experience first-hand the newest products and reconnect with colleagues from across Canada!
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Conference Agenda
Friday, October 23
0730 - 0830
BREAKFAST
0830 - 0930
PLENARY ADDRESS
Encouragement for the Encouragers!
Putting the Hope Back into Healthcare
Valerie Cade CSP - Calgary, AB
0930 - 0945
STRETCH BREAK
0945 - 1045
CANNT’s AWARD CELEBRATION and ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
1045 - 1130
EXHIBITS, POSTERS and COFFEE BREAK
1130 - 1215
CONCURRENT SESSIONS 4A – 4E
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4A To Plex and to Dialyze – Why, When and How
Myriam Farah MD FRCPC - Vancouver, BC
Overview of indications, logistics and efficacy of plasma exchange in addition to hemodialysis in the care of specific patient populations.
4B Bully Free at Work: Helping You Cope With and Stop Workplace Bullying
Valerie Cade CSP - Calgary, AB
Enthusiastically subtle, delightfully engaging, creative, humorous and genuine – these words describe this presentation. Bully Free at Work was noted in
Maclean’s magazine as ground breaking in terms of creating accountable corporate policy throughout North America to stop Bullying in the Workplace.
4C Increasing the Capacity of In-centre Hemodialysis Nurses to Provide Modality Education
Carolyn Ingram RN BSc CNeph(C) - London, ON
In centre hemodialysis nurses have frequent ongoing contact with patients during their thrice weekly HD treatments and are the patient’s best resource
for information. One centre’s experience empowering hemodialysis nurses to engage in modality option discussions with patients.
4D Organ To Go: Travelling After Transplantation
Alissa Jade Wright MD FRCPC MSc - Vancouver, BC
This presentation will discuss the travel risks for patients after solid organ transplantation. There are a number of different bacterial, viral and parasitic
infections of concern depending on the area the patient visits. It will cover appropriate strategies for mitigating risks including food and water safety,
antibiotic prophylaxis, and vaccinations.
4E
TBA
1215 - 1245
LUNCH
1245 - 1400
DESSERTS and EXHIBITS
1400 - 1445
CONCURRENT SESSIONS 5A – 5E
5A PDOPPS Canada: Towards A Better Understanding of Peritoneal Dialysis Technique Survival
Andrea Rathe MSc CCRP; Jeffrey Perl MD; Matthew Oliver MD; David Mendelssohn MD; Vanita Jassal MD - Toronto, ON |
Sharon Nessim MD - Montreal, QC | Manish Sood MD; Brenden McCormick MD – Ottawa, ON
Rob Quinn MD - Calgary, AB | Arsh Jain MD - London, ON | Ronald Pisoni MD; Bruce Robinson MD - Ann Arbor, MI
The Peritoneal Dialysis and Practice Patterns Study (PDOPPS) is a prospective observational study designed to collect data related to key practices in
peritoneal dialysis. Baseline cohort data will be presented.
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5B What has the CSN Vascular Access Group Been Doing?
Jennifer MacRae MSc MD FRCPC - Calgary, AB
Introduction of the Vascular Access Curriculum Modules developed by CSN.
5C Nephrology Nursing Competency Review
Andrea Brown RN BScN CNeph(C) - Lindsay, ON |
Jane Kirkwood RN BScN MN CNeph(C); Debbie Mathew RN CNeph(C);
Krista Morgan RN BScN CNeph(C); Lori Mehew RN BScN(c) CNeph(C) Peterborough, ON
This presentation looks at the journey two regional renal programs took to
increase the nephrology nurses’ knowledge and expertise following orientation.
The programs developed a competency review tool as well as an annual half day
program to provide nephrology education to the programs’ nurses.
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5D An Autoethnography of Kidney Donation within a First Nations Context
Mary Smith MScN - Tiny, ON
A Nurse Practitioner and PhD student at the University of Victoria, Mary is presenting on her experience of kidney disease and donation within a First
Nation family.
5E
TBA
CONCURRENT SESSIONS 6A – 6E
1445 - 1540
6A No Place Like eHOME
Zita Abreu RN BScN CNeph(C); Jovina Bachynski RN(EC) MN-NP CNeph(C); Cyndi Bhola RN MN CNeph(C);
Anna Gozdzik RN MN CNeph(C) - Toronto, ON
A novel approach to optimize timely and appropriate dialysis, access, education and modality selection. This strategy has proven to reduce catheter
rates and increase the uptake of home modalities.
6B Malnutrition – The Silent Killer: Are We Missing the Clues?
Patricia Forster BHSc RD; Lezlie Lambert-Burd BAdEd BScN RN CNeph(C) - St. Catharines, ON
Nutritional factors affect the interpretation of dialysis adequacy. This interactive education session explains the significance of lab data, nutritional
markers, clinical assessment and adequacy of dialysis in identifying signs of malnutrition.
6C How to Use Teach-back Skills in Everyday Practice to Ensure Patient Understanding
Linda Mills RN CNeph(C) - Hamilton, ON
This interactive workshop will provide education on the use of teach-back skills based on Best Practice Guideline – Facilitating Client Centred Learning.
Included in the knowledge sharing will be the key elements to successful client interaction and how to use them effectively in daily practice to ensure
patient understanding.
6D Optimizing Transplantation Options - Case Studies
Ruth McCarrell RN BSN CNeph(C); Clare Bannon RN BScN - Vancouver, BC
A variety of case studies will be reviewed to facilitate understanding of the barriers to receiving a kidney transplant and multiple options available.
6E
Home Dialysis Technical Challenges – Our Remarkable Journey
Sudarshan Meenakshi Sundharam CDT; Vijiananthan Sivanandan - Toronto, ON
This presentation will cover the following: the beginning - how the transformation took place, home patients training pattern, physically challenged
patients, home electrical and plumbing modifications - adhering current standards, challenges faced while implementing the standards and task
fulfilling and monitoring those standards and covering huge geographical territory.
1540 - 1630
PUNCH and POSTERS!
1800 - 2300
EVENING of ENTERTAINMENT
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Saturday, October 24
0730 - 0830
BREAKFAST
0830 - 1000
PLENARY ADDRESS
Patient Perspective Dragon Boat (O2P)
Gilbert Chan
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1000 - 1045
EXHIBITS, POSTERS & COFFEE BREAK
1045 – 1145
SATELLITE SYMPOSIUMS S1 – S4
S1
Prophylactic Use of Altephase as a Catheter Lock
Alana Campbell RN MN,CVAA(c) SANE - Calgary, AB
Learning Objectives: by the ends of this activity, participants will be able to: [1] Describe how alteplase has been studied as a prophylactic catheter lock.
[2] Assess the risks associated with use of alteplase as a prophylactic catheter lock. [3] Identify patients who may benefit from use of alteplase as a
prophylactic catheter lock.
S2
Introducing the New CANNT Education Portal
Kelly Sutherland RN CNeph(C) - location
Learning Objectives: by the end of this activity participants will be able to: [1] Recognize what kind of content is currently available and will be coming
in the future. [2] Inform colleagues of the value of the CANNT educational portal. [3] Identify where they may be able to contribute to the development
and enhancement of CANNT’s new educational portal.
S3
Update on NxStage – Is this the Next Stage?
Michael Copland MD FRCP(C) - Vancouver, BC
Learning Objectives: [1] To provide an overview of the experience in British Columbia with NxStage. [2] To review the background on the NxStage system.
[3] To look at next steps for NxStage in BC.
S4
Renal Disorders Associated with Thrombotic Microangiopathy (TMA) and End-stage Renal Disease
Robert Richardson MD FRCPC - Toronto, ON
Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS) is a genetic disease causing thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA). Within the first year of diagnosis, 65% of
patients with aHUS will die, require dialysis, or have permanent renal damage despite plasma exchange. Similar to aHUS, there are other TMA-associated
disorders can result in rapid progression to ESRD, permanent renal damage, and ischemic damage of other organs. The program will provide a broad
overview of patients with renal disorders associated with TMA and ESRD and discuss the role of eculizumab and plasma exchange in the management.
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS 7A – 7E
1155 - 1240
7A Implementing Patient Decision Support Tools and Processes:
The Shared End-Stage Renal Patients Decision Making
(Sherpa-Dm) Project
Mary Ann Murray RN MScN PHD CON(C) GNC(C) CHPCN(C);
Brenda Taylor-Kluke RN CNeph; Nicole Page RN CNeph(C) - Ottawa, ON
This presentation provides an overview of the SHERPA Study, during which we
evaluated the implementation of a shared decision support intervention with
pre-dialysis adult patients facing decisions related to end-stage renal disease
photo credit | Tourism Vancouver, Clayton Perry
treatment options. The study used a participative action approach for the
development and evaluation of two tools: [1] An end-stage renal disease Treatment Options Grid that lays out potential options available to patients
with answers to frequently asked questions; and [2] The SHERPA-DM© Patient Decision Aid used to guide patients through the decision making process.
7B Vascular Access Mentorship Program
Michele Trask RN BSN MIPH; Neal Bautista RN CNeph(C); Jenny Yew RN CNeph(C); Max Tolentino RN;
Rick Luscombe RN BSN CNeph(C) - Vancouver, BC
7C Symptom and Pain Management Tips in Hemodialysis Patients
Marianna Leung PharmD - Vancouver, BC
The learning objectives are to: [1] evaluate the pharmacotherapeutic options for insomnia, pruitis and pain in patients with chronic kidney disease.
[2] propose a treatment algorithm for the treatment of insomnia, pruritus and pain to improve the quality of life for chronic kidney disease patients.
7D The Experience of Patients Transitioning from In-Center Dialysis to Home Dialysis After Suboptimal Start
Caroline Sauve RN - Ottawa, ON
Suboptimal dialysis starts or ‘’crash’’ starts account for approximately 50% of all dialysis starts. Patients undergoing suboptimal starts require increased
support if they are to successfully transition to home dialysis. This presentation will present the results of a qualitative study which will be used to inform
best practices with this patient population.
7E
TBA
1240 – 1315
LUNCH
1315 - 1400
DESSERTS & EXHIBITS
1400 - 1445
CONCURRENT SESSIONS 8A – 8E
8A Optimizing Performance to Reduce Sub-optimal Starts
Clint Gunn MScN CNeph(C); Susan Chan RN BScN CNeph(C) CDE GNC(C); Jocelyn Faigal RN BScN CNeph(C) CDE;
Carline Smith RN BScN CNeph(C); Veronica Javier MSW RSW - Scarborough, ON
Opportunities exist to reduce Sub-optimal Starts in CKD. Through Quality Improvement Initiatives the team was able to better understand the reasons
for patients’ late decision making and implement strategies to address this.
8B Utilizing a Nurse Navigator – Mapping the Patient Journey to Improve Outcomes
Debra Appleton RN MN CNeph(C) - Toronto, ON
This session will illustrate how the use of a Nurse Navigator (for patient education and decision support) facilitates choosing Home Dialysis as a modality
of choice, and ultimately improves patient outcomes.
8C Conversations About Advance Care Planning and End of Life – Why Are They So Difficult and How Can We Make
Them Better?
Wallace Robinson
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8D Improving Patient Care: Innovative Nurse Practitioner Led
Outreach Clinics on First Nation Reserves, Targeting an
Underserved Population at Risk of Developing Kidney Disease
Ellen M. Novak MN FNP - Calgary, AB
This presentation will describe an innovative nurse practitioner-led clinic in rural
Alberta and explain how preventative measures can be effective in lowering rates
of kidney disease in a high risk population.
8E
Effectiveness of an Online Portal for Delivery of Care to
Home Dialysis Patients: A Pilot Prospective Study
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Colleen Wile RN BScN CNeph(C); Cynthia Stockman RN BScN MN;
Rachael Blair RN BScN CNeph(C); Matt Phillips RN BScN MHS; Usman Khan MD; Karthik Tennankore MD SM FRCPC - Halifax, NS
This presentation will highlight a prospective study that was conducted at the QE II in Halifax, NS. of prevalent home dialysis patients using RelayHealth,
a web-based electronic messaging portal. We will discuss our findings and whether the online portal improved patient experience, quality of life and
care efficiency for home dialysis patients.
1450 - 1500
CANNT 2015 AWARDS and PRIZES CELEBRATION
1500 - 1515
CLOSING CEREMONIES and PASSING OF BANNER to CANNT 2016
1515 - 1615
CLOSING ADDRESS
Topic TBA
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General Information
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REGISTRATION FEES INCLUDE:
PRIVACY STATEMENT:
Breakfasts, refreshment breaks and lunches – as noted in program; admission to the
Exhibit Hall on October 22, 23 and 24; the Opening Reception; a delegate bag; and all
printed materials.
Registration information is collected to process registrations and
payments for educational events, correspond with registered
delegates, and to publish delegate lists for event participants.
If you do not wish to have your registration information used for
these purposes please indicate this on the registration form.
SPECIAL NOTES:
• Delegate name and provided address will be shared with exhibitors
• Some sessions may be ticketed and only those delegates pre-registered will be
guaranteed seats
• Scientific session handouts are provided at the discretion of the individual presenter
• Business casual dress is requested
• Our conference is fragrance free
CANCELLATION / SUBSTITUTION POLICY:
• Cancellations will be refunded less 20% administration fee with notice of cancellation
being received at [email protected] no later than SEPTEMBER 20, 2015.
No refunds will be issued after this date.
• Substitutions may be made but notice must be received at [email protected]
no later than OCTOBER 16, 2015.
• CANNT 2015 reserves the right to make appropriate program changes as deemed
necessary and/or cancel events due to circumstances beyond CANNT’s control. In
the event of cancellation of the conference, only registration fees will be refunded.
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CONSENT TO USE OF PHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGES:
Registration and attendance in CANNT 2015 conference
constitutes an agreement by the registrant to the Canadian
Association of Nephrology Nurses and Technologists (CANNT)
to use the registrant’s image in photographs.
CONTINUOUS LEARNING ACTIVITY FOR CNA
CERTIFICATION:
While this educational activity is not officially endorsed by the
Canadian Nurses Association (CNA), nurses may claim it as a
continuous learning (CL) activity toward renewal of the CNA
certification credential if it is related to their nursing specialty.
Preauthorization from the CNA Certification Program is not
required. Participants are encouraged to retain a confirmation
of attendance.
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Poster Presentations
1. PREP (Participation, Resources, Engagement, Planning) – An
Innovative Clinic for Patients Transitioning from the General
Nephrology Clinic to the Chronic Kidney Disease Clinic
Gail Barbour RN CNeph(C) - London, ON
2. Across the Bridge: Building a Seamless Transition for
Pediatric Kidney Transplant Recipients to Adult Care
Clare Bannon RN BScN; Ben Cesar MSW; Rhonda Federici RN;
Janelle Gehring RN; Clay Gillrie MSN; Anne Marie Kaan MSN (mentor);
Jane Kerr RN; Sally Kwan RN; Nancy Szeto RN; Linnea Young RN Vancouver, BC
3. Recurrent Peritonitis Infection and Improvement in
Membrane Function
Robynne Lavoie RN, with the support of Baxter - North Bay, ON
4. Technologists and RN Collaboration: Developing a
Computerized Patient Bed Assignment and Communication
System
Poster presentations are an integral part of CANNT 2015 and we
know that you will find a wide variety of topics and interesting
presentations. Authors will be available at their posters to answer
any of your questions. Come and learn from these knowledgeable
presenters on: FRIDAY, October 23 | 1540 hrs.
14. Building an Online Community for Dialysis Patients
Cindy Bryson RN BScN CNeph(C); Anna Cobian - St. Catharines, ON
15. Effectiveness of an Online Portal for Delivery of Care to
Home Dialysis Patients: A Pilot Prospective Study
Colleen Wile RN BScN CNeph(C); Cynthia Stockman RN BScN MN;
Rachael Blair RN BScN CNeph(C); Matt Phillips RN BScN MHS;
Usman Khan MD; Karthik Tennankore MD SM FRCPC - Halifax, NS
16. Using Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis to Supplement Fluid
Balance and Nutrition Assessments
Jennifer Chow RN BSN CNeph(C); Allyssa Sy RN(c) BSN; Cara Muller LPN;
Anja Ninkovic RD BSc; Clay Gillrie RN BSN MSN; Paul Taylor MBBS FRCPC;
Nathaniel Roxas RN BSN CNeph(C) MSN (candidate); Chelsea Bruce RN
BSN CCNS(cert) MN-NP (candidate) - Vancouver, BC
17. Reaching New Heights: PD Training Goes To The Hometowns
of Visiting Nurses
Michele Ivanouski RN CNeph(C) - London, ON
Andrew Goodwin RN BSN; Ricky Lin; Meganne Sholdice Vancouver, BC
5. Changing of the Guard: Transitioning After Hour
Telepractice to the Inpatient Nephrology Program
18. Clients helping Clients: Utilizing Experience Base Design
to Improve the Client Experience during Cannulation of the
Arteriovenous Fistula (AVF)
Sherry Wood RPN; Christina Vailliancourt MHSc RD - Oshawa, ON
Arden Gibson RN; Lisa Hildebrand BScN (C) RN; Lezlie Lambert-Burd
BAdEd BScN RN CNeph(C) - St. Catharines, ON
6. Living Kidney Donor Process
19. Substituting Unfractionated Heparin (UFH) to Low Molecular
Weight Heparin (LMWH) for use in Chronic Hemodialysis
Carol Holtzer RN CNeph(C); Ethan Holtzer BA MHSc - Markham, ON
Nikki Saran BsN RN; Amy Robin BsN RN - Vancouver, BC
7. Teaching Dependent In-centre Nocturnal Patients: To Be Or
Not To Be?
Maria Crisa Cardente RN; Dave Morrison RN CNeph(C); Michele Trask
RN BSN MIPH; Leilani Ocampo RN BSN CNeph(C) - Vancouver, BC
20. Integrating Simulation Technology into Hemodialysis Nursing
Orientation Program at London Health Sciences Centre
Kathryn Walton RN BScN; Paula Gaspar RN MSN;
Janet Vogel RN BScN CNeph(C) - London, ON
21. Crash Starts In Hemodialysis: Can They Be Prevented?
8. The Use of Home Hemodialysis Machines as a Portable
System in the Hospital Clinical Setting
Virginia Ball RN; Renee Veldman RN; Nicole Murphy RN;
Mark Murphy RPN; Eduard Iliescu MD - Inverary, ON
Erica Kang RN BScN - Scarborough, ON
22. Taking Care of You, Taking Care of Me!
9. Home Away from Home
Peggi Garner RN; Sonia Thomas RN - Niagara Falls, ON
10. Creating a Hemodialysis Short Stay Unit
Michele Trask RN BSN MIPH; Steve Silva RN BSN CNeph(C);
Valerie Wai RN; Rick Luscombe RN BSN CNeph(C) - Vancouver, BC
11. Increasing Vascular Access, Home Modalities and Patient
Satisfaction through the Implementation of a Dialysis
Transition Unit
Krista Morgan RN BScN CNeph(C); Tammy McComb RN CNeph(C) -
Michelle Masson RN CNeph(C); Carolyn Mack RN CNeph(C);
Dennis Smith RN (EC) MN - London, ON
23. Modality Coaching: Redesigning Modality Education to
Provide Objective Information and Longitudinal Support
Matthew Oliver MD MHS FRCPC; Susan McMurray RN BN CNeph(C);
Susan Flanagan BMus RN CNeph(C) CCRC - Toronto, ON
24. Vascular Access: Are We as Bad as Our Data Suggests?
Paula Mossop RN CNeph(C); Matt Phillips RN BScN MHS;
Christine Dipchand MD MSc FRCPC; Niall Sheehy - Halifax, NS
Peterborough, ON
12. Perfection is the Enemy of Good – The Implementation of
Ultrasound in Cannulation Assessments
Kristen Daniw RN BScN - North Bay, ON
13. Using Results from the Worklife Pulse and Culture of Patient
Safety Surveys to Stimulate Actionable Improvements
Matt Phillips RN BScN MHS; Carolyn Bartol RN BScN CNeph(C);
Colleen Wile RN BScN CNeph(C); Sohani Welcher RN-NP MN GNC(C);
Norma Jean Martel RN BScN CNeph(C); Cindy Kelly RN BN;
Cynthia Stockman RN BScN MN CCNP; Rachael Blair RN BScN CNeph(C);
Steven Soroka BMus MD MSc FRCPC EXTRA Fellow CHE - Halifax, NS
25. Bioelectric Impedance Spectroscopy in the Home
Hemodialysis Population: A Multi-disciplinary Approach
to Optimizing Independence
Nancy Evans BScN RN CNeph(C);
June Martin BASc RD CDE - Kitchener, ON
26. Dialysis Garbage is Reaching New Heights in the Northern
Alberta Renal Program
Betty Ann Wasylynuk RN BScN - Edmonton, AB
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Reaching New Heights
Poster Presentations
continued
27. Ambulatory Medication Reconciliation
Carolyn Bartol RN BScN CNeph(C); Cynthia Stockman RN MN CCNP;
Matt Phillips RN BScN MHS; Marsha Wood BN RN MN CNeph(C);
Penelope Poyah MD FRCPC; Colleen Wile RN BScN CNeph(C);
Gina Harding RN; Norma Jean Martel RN BScN CNeph(C);
Cindy Everett RN; Jo-Anne Wilson BScPharm ACPR PharmD;
Cindy Kelly RN BN - Halifax, NS
28. The Impact of Reporting When Medical Devices Fail
Matt Phillips RN BScN MHS; Carolyn Bartol RN BScN CNeph(C);
Cynthia Stockman RN BScN MN CCNP; Paula Mossop RN CNeph(C);
Barb Hodgson RN; Norma Jean Martel RN BScN CNeph(C) - Halifax, NS
40. Urgent Start Peritoneal Dialysis at London Health Sciences
Centre
Carolyn Ingram RN BSC CNeph(C); Michele Ivanouski RN CNeph(C) London, ON
41. Optimizing Renal Care of the Frail Elderly in a Satellite
Dialysis Unit
Kathleen Gerrior RN GNC(c) CNeph(C); Liza Pickles BA RN CNeph(C);
Nicole Florent RN BA MPA LLM CNeph(C) - Belleville, ON
42. Emergency Preparedness Pamphlet Guidelines for Dialysis
Patients
Elizabeth Anne Anderson; Mina Kashani RN BHScN CNeph(C) -
Tracy Chambers LPN - Berwick, NS | Colleen Wile RN BScN CNeph(C);
Carolyn Bartol RN BScN CNeph(C); Rachael Blair RN BScN CNeph(C) -
Toronto, ON
Halifax, NS
29. Double-Double: Growing Our Home Dialysis Program
30. Body Access and Independent Dialysis: An Option for
Everyone
Lori Harwood RN(EC) PhD CNeph(C); Carolyn Ingram RN BSc CNeph(C)
Dennis Smith RN(EC) MN; Deborah Bezaire BScN - London, ON
31. Creating a Closed System to Improve Patient Safety
Carole Losier RN; Carole Basque RN; Sylvette Sonier RN - Tracadie, NB
32. Adequate Dialysis: It’s All in the Assessment!
Patricia Forster BHSc RD; Denise Sneath RN CNeph(C);
Lezlie Lambert-Burd BAdEd BScN RN CNeph(C) - St. Catharines, ON
33. Transitioning from In-Centre to Home Hemodialysis
Wendy Esson BA BSW BScN CDE CNeph(C) - London, ON
34. Home Dialysis Technical Challenges – Our Remarkable
Journey
Sudarshan Meenakshi Sundharam CDT; Vijiananthan Sivanandan Toronto, ON
35. Implementation of New Anemia Management Protocol:
Lessons Learned
Karen Devries RN CNeph(C); Julie Nhan RN MN CNeph(C);
Beryl Starke RN CNeph(C) - Edmonton, AB
36. Planning and Implementing Patient and Family Centred
Team Rounds
Angela Andrews RN BSCN; Dennis Smith RN(EC) MN - London, ON
43. Dialysis Water Purification Performance and Maintenance
with an Organic Scavenger Application
Donna Broley BSc DT; Jose Lloyd EET DT - Orillia, ON
44. An Advanced Clinical Practice Fellowship: A Career
Changing Opportunity
Linda Mills RN CNeph(C) - Hamilton, ON
45. New Patient Communication Tool
Michelle Masson RN CNeph(C); Carolyn Mack RN CNeph(C) - London, ON
46. Providing Home Hemodialysis within a Regional Program’s
Diverse Patient Population
Donna Broley BSc DT; Sandra Hislop RN BScN CNeph(C);
Bill Moore DT - Orillia, ON
47. Documenting, Tracking and Auditing Hepatitis B
Vaccinations in a Large In-Center Dialysis Unit
Mari Sarian BScN DESS MScN - Montréal, QC
48. Clinical Improvements to Reduce Inpatient Nephrology
Lengths of Stay
Jennifer Watson BSc BN CNeph - Calgary, AB
49. Comparative Study of Alteplase Cost and Usage Before
and After Implementation of Our New Alteplase Policy and
Algorithm
Heidi Ziegler RN BScN CNeph(C); Maria Diemert RN CNeph(C) Kitchener, ON
37. Attaining a New Height in Patient Education With the Use
of Standardization
Monique Moore RN CNeph(C); Kim Watkins BScN CNeph(C);
Alana Carkner RN CNeph(C); Kathaleen Bijman BScN CNeph(C);
Donna Vivarais CNeph(C) - Cornwall, ON
38. Central Venous Catheter Dressing Change: Are There
Implications?
50. Home Blood Pressure Assessment
Kim Watkins RN BScN CNeph(C); Debra Potter RN CNeph(C);
Alana Carkner RN CNeph(C); Pam Quirk RN - Ottawa, ON
51. Dialysate Fluid Filters: Do They Really Work?
Sal Treesh; Luke Zordrager; Maciek Michalski; Andy Gottfried London, ON
Kylie Reinhardt RN BScN; Julie Nhan RN MN CNeph(C) - Edmonton, AB
39. Nephrology Nursing Competency Review
Lori Mehew RN BScN(c) CNeph(C); Krista Morgan RN BScN CNeph(C)
Debbie Mathew RN CNeph(C); Jane Kirkwood RN BScN MN CNeph(C); Peterborough, ON | Andrea Brown RN BScN CNeph(C) - Lindsay, ON
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