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CME Events

Project Echo

ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) is an opportunity for providers across the state to get specialist knowledge, clinical advice and recommendations from substance use and pain management specialists in a virtual learning network.

ECHO uses videoconferencing technology to connect addiction and pain management specialists with providers to discuss de-identified cases related to substance use disorders. Each ECHO call consists of a brief didactic presentation followed by a clinical case discussion from a provider and recommendations from the team for treatment. Visit https://echo.unm.edu/ for more information and to find local programs.

PAST EVENTS

Understanding Home Health Care in Nebraska - November 14, 2019

Understanding Home Health Care in Nebraska - November 14, 2019
Presented by: Amanda Holst, Director Certified Home Care, Visiting Nurse Association & Diana Lecher, Director of Home Health, Hospice & Cardio/Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Chadron Community Hospital
Available Credit: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)

Objectives
1. Improve attendees knowledge of home health benefits and regulatory requirements.
2. Review the upcoming Medicare home health changes effective January 1, 2020.
3. Obtain a greater understanding of how home health can improve care for your patients.
4. Illustrate the complexity of care coordination.
5. Identify key components to improve care coordination across various settings.
6. Illustrate how home health can lessen the work of primary care providers and their clinic staff.
7. Illustrate both urban and rural Nebraska agency variations.

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Disclosures
Policies and standards of the Nebraska Medical Education Trust require that speakers and planners for continuing medical education activities disclose any relevant financial relationships they may have with commercial interests whose products, devices or services may be discussed in the content of a CME activity. The speaker and planning committee have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Nebraska Medical Education Trust designates this live activity for a maximum of one AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The Nebraska Medical Education Trust is accredited by the Nebraska Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

When to Call CPS - June 11, 2019

When to call Child Protective Services: Law, policy, and best practices in child and family advocacy for health care providers - June 11, 2019
Presented by: Sarah Helvey, J.D., M.S., Child Welfare Director for Nebraska Appleseed
Available Credit: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)

Objectives
1. Provide an overview of Nebraska’s child welfare system, including referrals, safety and risk assessments, service availability and limitations, and case progression.
2. Describe relevant state and federal laws and best practices, including mandated reporting, drug testing, CAPTA/CARA, and the new Family First Act.
3. Describe how health care providers can advocate for children and families.
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Treating Patients on Concomitant Opioid & Benzodiazepine - March 27, 2019

Treating Patients on Concomitant Opioid & Benzodiazepine - March 27, 2019
Presented by: Kyle Stirewalt, PharmD, BCPS
Available Credit: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)

Objectives:
1. Discuss the morbidity and mortality associated with concomitant opioid and benzodiazepine therapy.
2. Summarize the evidence to support therapies for the treatment of anxiety, insomnia, and pain.
3. Evaluate strategies for tapering opioid analgesics and benzodiazepines.
4. Discuss strategies to engage patients in difficult conversations and outline appropriate patient selection for referral to specialty care.
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Presentation

Disclosures:
Policies and standards of the Nebraska Medical Education Trust require that speakers and planners for continuing medical education activities disclose any relevant financial relationships they may have with commercial interests whose products, devices or services may be discussed in the content of a CME activity. The speaker and planning committee have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Nebraska Medical Education Trust designates this live activity for a maximum of one AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The Nebraska Medical Education Trust is accredited by the Nebraska Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Healthcare Guardians - October 10, 2018

Healthcare Guardians - October 10, 2018
Presented by: Marla Fischer-Lempke, JD, Deputy Director of the Office of Public Guardian and Jill Jensen, JD, Cline Williams
Available Credit: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)

Objectives:
1. Describe the responsibilities required between a medical provider and a guardian as it pertains to a patient.
2. Review issues involved in the evaluation of legal “capacity” of a patient as it relates to the court appointment of a guardian.
3. Understand options regarding surrogate decision making for an individual including surrogate decision makers for hospitalized patients, powers of attorney, powers of attorney for health care, guardian and conservatorship.
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Presentation

Files

final_version_-_healthcare_decisionmaking_and_guardianships.pdf

Human Trafficking - June 27, 2018

Human Trafficking - June 27, 2018 at 12:00 Noon
Presented by: Annie Boatright, MSN, RN, State Forensic Nursing Coordinator, Sexual Assault Payment Program Administrator
Available Credit: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)

Objectives:
- The learner will identify human trafficking exists within Nebraska.
- The learner will be able to identify signs and symptoms of presentation within the healthcare setting.
- The learner will know the resources in their communities to respond.
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Youth Suicide - April 27, 2018

Youth Suicide Prevention - April 27, 2018
Presented by:
Dave Miers, PhD, Counseling and Program Development Manager, Mental Health Services Administration, Bryan Medical Center
Rose Hood Buss, Executive Director, The Hub
Available Credit: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)

Objectives:
- History of Suicide Prevention in Nebraska.
- Discuss purpose of why we are addressing suicide prevention in primary health care settings.
- Gain understanding of prevention, treatment and management strategies in the health care setting.
- Learn warning signs, risk and protective factors to prevent suicide.
- Implementation and practical use of the Suicide Prevention Toolkit for Primary Care Practices.
- Use of screening/assessment tool SBQ-R (Suicide Behavior Questionnaire-Revised).
- Awareness of state and local suicide prevention resources.
Listen to recording (Expires 4/27/21)
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Hand Outs:
PHQ-A
Physician Office Suicide Prevention Toolkit
SBQ-R

Disclosures:
Policies and standards of the Nebraska Medical Education Trust require that speakers and planners for continuing medical education activities disclose any relevant financial relationships they may have with commercial interests whose products, devices or services may be discussed in the content of a CME activity. The speaker and planning committee have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Nebraska Medical Education Trust designates this live activity for a maximum of one AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The Nebraska Medical Education Trust is accredited by the Nebraska Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Advancing Children’s Health in Challenging Times - January 24, 2018

Advancing Children’s Health in Challenging Times - January 24, 2018
Presented by: John Knapp

Objectives
1. Review the political and fiscal environments impacting children’s health care.
2. Discuss the major public policy issues currently being debated in Washington.
3. Discuss what the Children's Hospital & Medical Center and the Children’s Hospital Association can do to advance children’s health care in Washington.
Listen to recording (Expires 1/24/21)
To claim credit for the presentation go to www.childrensomaha.org/continuinged.
1. Click on “Children’s Employees & External Audience.”
2. Click on “My Certificates.”
3. Log in, or create an account.
4. Enter event ID: 18821
5. Upon completion of the evaluation, you’ll be directed to claim your certificate.

Disclosures
Policies and standards of the Nebraska Medical Association, Children's Hospital & Medical Center, the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education, and the American Medical Association require that speakers and planners for continuing medical education activities disclose any relevant financial relationships they may have with commercial interests whose products, devices or services may be discussed in the content of a CME activity. The speaker and planning committee have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Children's Hospital & Medical Center designates this live activity for a maximum of one AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Children's Hospital & Medical Center and Nebraska Medical Association. Children's Hospital & Medical Center is accredited by the Nebraska Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Palliative Care - November 9, 2017

Palliative Care - November 9, 2017
Presented by: Connie Beehler, MD
Available Credit: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)

Objectives
1. The problem of suffering and the role of Medicine.
2. What is palliative care and how can it help?
3. Symptom management overview.
4. Supporting decision-making.
5. Communicating bad news.
6. Approaches to end-of-life care.
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Disclosures
Policies and standards of the Nebraska Medical Association, Bryan Medical Center, the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education, and the American Medical Association require that speakers and planners for continuing medical education activities disclose any relevant financial relationships they may have with commercial interests whose products, devices or services may be discussed in the content of a CME activity. The speaker and planning committee have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Bryan Health designates this live activity for a maximum of one AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Bryan Health and Nebraska Medical Association. Bryan Health is accredited by the Nebraska Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Diabetes Prevention - September 21, 2017

Diabetes Prevention - September 21, 2017
Presented by: Sarah Konigsberg, MD and Nancy Schwartz
Available Credit: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)

Objectives
1. Discuss current rates/trends of prediabetes prevalence and progression to type 2 diabetes.
2. Discuss the diagnosis of prediabetes.
3. Review efficacy of various diabetes prevention strategies.
4. The future of diabetes prevention such as newer medicine, emerging technologies, and future strategies.
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Breast Density Legislation - August 18, 2017

Breast Density Legislation Webinar - August 18, 2017
Presented by: Kim Coleman, MD
Available Credit: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)

Objectives
1. Describe the effects of breast density on mammography screening.
2. Summarize current guidelines on when supplemental screening is appropriate.
3. Explain best practices for appropriate patient discussion and next steps when breast density is identified.
4. Discuss the requirements for all health care facilities that perform mammography as a result of LB195, effective August 24, 2017.
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PowerPoint presentation

Disclosures
Policies and standards of the Nebraska Medical Education Trust, the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education, and the American Medical Association require that speakers and planners for continuing medical education activities disclose any relevant financial relationships they may have with commercial interests whose products, devices or services may be discussed in the content of a CME activity. The speaker and planning committee have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Pain Management - July 19, 2017

Pain Management - July 19, 2017
Presented by: John Massey, MD
Available Credit: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)

Objectives
1. Definition of pain and the pain assessment process.
2. Describe the current status of pain management in Nebraska, barriers to appropriate assessment and management of pain, and consequences of undertreatment of pain.
3. Explain the pathophysiologic mechanisms involved in pain perception.
4. Define dependence, tolerance, addiction, and pseudo addiction.
5. List the types of pharmacotherapies used to manage pain and compare the mechanisms of action, uses, dosage forms, routes of administration, dosages, and side effects of the various options.
6. Discuss the role of nonpharmacologic interventions in treating pain.
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Opioid Abuse and The PDMP - May 10, 2017

Opioid Abuse and The PDMP - May 10, 2017
Presented by: Jane Theobald, MD and Kevin Borcher
Available Credit: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)

Objectives
1. Increase understanding on how we got where we are in the opiate crisis.
2. Empower providers to reduce morbidity and mortality of opiate and substance use.
3. Provide information regarding public health measures to reduce morbidity and mortality of opiate and substance use.
4. Provide an overview of the prescription drug overdose problem in the U.S. and in Nebraska.
5. Review the enhancements that the 2016 legislation (LB471) created to the PDMP.
6. Demonstrate the use of the Nebraska PDMP.
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Sepsis - March 16, 2017

Sepsis - March 16, 2017
Presented by: Kelly Cawcutt, MD, MS, Assistant Professor of Medicine with UNMC's Infectious Diseases and Critical Care Medicine
Available Credit: 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)

Objectives
1. Assess patient for signs and symptoms of sepsis.
2. Recognize and differentiate the severity of the sepsis spectrum.
3. Identify factors that increase patient risk of morbidity and mortality.
4. Prioritize early management in sepsis with a focus on antimicrobial therapy.
5. Integrate sepsis guidelines into patient care.
6. Recognize new and ongoing advances in sepsis research.
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