CNE activities

Judith McFarlane, RN, DrPH, FAAN
Barbara Parker, RN, PhD, FAAN
Barbara A. Moran, PhD, MPH, CNM, FACCE
Contains research documentation and clinical protocols of care designed to enable health care providers to prevent abuse, interrupt existing abuse, and protect the safety and well-being of pregnant women. Includes several vignettes for consideration and thought. Each vignette is true and written from the words and perspective of abused pregnant women and the nurses who care for them. The intent of the module is to increase awareness and action. This module is dedicated to all who seek to make contact with abused pregnant women and increase their safety.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
INP (Code 3); LRN (Code 1); MNN (Code 1);
NIC (Code 1); NNP (Code 1); WHC (Code 3)
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Mary Lee Baron, PhD©, MSN, BSN
Provides information about assessing the health of the mother and fetus during the first prenatal visit. Describes screening for actual or potential problems. Presents commonly ordered laboratory tests with corresponding rationales and nursing management. Includes the health history, genetic issues and the physical examination. Printable summaries of lab tests, vaccinations and risk factors.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
INP (Code 3); LRN (Code 1); MNN (Code 1);
WHC (Code 2)
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Mary Lee Baron, PhD©, MSN, BSN.
Provides information about assessing the health of both the mother and fetus beyond the first prenatal visit and up to delivery. Presents etiology, relief measures and warning signs for common discomforts of pregnancy. Describes prenatal screening, fetal surveillance and fetal diagnostic tests. Discusses psychosocial assessment, weight gain, preterm labor, diet and nutrition.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.
NCC codes:
NIC (Code 1); WHC (Code 1)
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Karen D’Apolito, PhD, NNP-BC, FAAN
This narrated slide presentation defines neonatal abstinence and discusses incidence and signs of withdrawal associated with various drugs of abuse. Describes key considerations when using screening tests to identify drugs of abuse. Details the importance of establishing and maintaining reliability in using clinical assessment tools, especially the Neonatal Abstinence Scoring Tool developed by Dr. Loretta Finnegan. PowerPoint® slideshow (PPS) format with narration by author.

Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.
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Linda C. Pugh, PhD, RNC, FAAN
Diane L. Spatz, PhD, RNC
This module presents breastfeeding information for the professional nurse to provide evidence-based care to women and healthy full-term infants. Key concepts are presented that influence breastfeeding initiation and duration. Professional nurses are provided with techniques for encouraging breastfeeding among women pre- and postbirth. Resources are given for further information. Providing evidence-based breastfeeding care is a skill set that is essential to all professional nurses who work with childbearing or childrearing families across care settings.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
INP (Code 4); LRN (Code 2); MNN (Code 2);
NIC (Code 1); NNP (Code 3); WHC (Code 1)
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Donna Dowling, PhD, RN
Gail McCain, PhD, RN, FAAN
Addresses techniques for supporting the breastfeeding dyad when the infant has special needs. Describes Hands-on clinical support techniques for breastfeeding premature infants as well as infants with cleft lip and palate, neurological disorders and cardiac disorders.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
INP (Code 4); LRN (Code 2); MNN (Code 2);
NIC (Code 1); NNP (Code 3); WHC (Code 1)
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Lori Gunther
Laura Miller
This webinar highlights how communication, or miscommunication, impacts everyone and everything in the workplace. We'll discover the needs and differences of a multigenerational staff and examine how to communicate effectively through technology and social media.
Objectives:
Define common communication traits of the different generations
List at least three challenges of social media in the NICU
Describe at least three benefits to NICU families and to the unit by utilizing social media
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Mary Lou Moore, PhD, RN, FAAN
Merry-K Moos, MPH, RN, FNP, FAAN
Lynn Clark Callister, PhD, RN, FAAN
Provides information that assists nurses in caring for the increasingly diverse populations presenting to their practices. Includes basic concepts related to the study of culture, including communication, religion and gender roles, and the application of these concepts in perinatal nursing care. Describes cultural considerations in preconception, prenatal, intrapartum, postpartum and newborn care, including care of preterm and high-risk infants. Addresses disparities in health care and health literacy.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
INP (Code 2); LRN (Code 2); MNN (Code2);
NIC (Code 2); NNP (Code 3); WHC (Code 1)
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Lynn Clark Callister, RN, PhD, FAAN, Professor Emerita
The article provides knowledge and skills for perinatal and neonatal nurse clinicians and administrators to develop and assess culturally appropriate health education for childbearing women.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.
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Jo M. Kendrick, APN-BC, CDE
Using a reproductive life course approach, provides content to guide evidence-based comprehensive care and education for women with pregestational and gestational diabetes before, during and after pregnancy. Filled with several quick-reference tables, this module’s content underscores appropriate nursing assessment and management strategies to enhance the likelihood of healthy outcomes for women whose pregnancies are complicated by diabetes.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

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Merry-K. Moos, RN, MPH, FAAN
La magnitud de las complicaciones de una infección del Zika en un feto en desarrollo, y las recomendaciones en constante cambio con respecto al cuidado correspondiente requieren que el personal de enfermería se mantenga al día con la información para así atender mejor a las mujeres en edad reproductiva y sus familias. El propósito de este artículo es proveerle información crítica al personal de enfermería en Puerto Rico (donde el Zika se ha vuelto endémico) sobre las estrategias para prevenir la infección del Zika y para darle un seguimiento apropiado a las mujeres embarazadas y los bebés afectados.
Ni la autora ni ningún miembro del comité de planificación de esta actividad tienen ninguna relación financiera, profesional o personal que pudiera potencialmente prejuiciar el contenido.


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Judith A. Lewis, PhD, RN, WHNP-BC, FAAN
Genetic and genomic science is redefining the understanding of the continuum of human health and illness. Therefore, recognition of genomics as a central science for health professional knowledge is essential. The public will increasingly expect that the registered nurse (RN) will use genetic and genomic information and technology when providing care (American Nurses Association [ANA] & International Society of Nurses in Genetics [ISONG], 2007, page 7). Clinical, academic and research practice increasingly includes concepts that are based in genetics and genomics. All RNs, regardless of level of education, work setting or role, must be able to deliver competent genetic- and genomic-focused care (Consensus Panel on Genetic/Genomic Nursing Competencies, 2006). The purpose of this module is to provide the perinatal nurse with basic knowledge of and information about genetics and genomics to incorporate into nursing practice.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
INP (Code 3); LRN (Code 3); MNN (Code 1);
NIC (Code 2); NNP (Code 2); WHC (Code 3)
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Audrey Lyndon, PhD, RNC, CNS-BC, FAAN
Designed for registered nurses who provide triage, stabilization and intrapartum care for women at risk for preterm birth due to preterm labor or preterm premature rupture of membranes. Reviews evidence-based practices for optimizing the health of infants born prematurely and for supporting the health of women and families facing threatened preterm birth. Controversies and emerging evidence regarding management of threatened preterm birth are discussed, as are guidelines for nursing and medical interventions and interdisciplinary management. Keywords: intrapartum, preterm labor, tocolytics, progesterone therapy
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
INP (Code 3); WHC (Code 2B)
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Susan M. Ludington-Hoe, RN, CNM, Ph.D., FAAN
Kathy L. Morgan, NNP-BC
Part 1 of a two-part article. Presents clinical scenarios on the effects of kangaroo care on neonatal heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, oxygenation, temperature and pain. The scenarios review the evidence-base, the physiologic mechanisms to assess the clinical application of KC, the biobehavioral mechanisms of kangaroo care that support practice decisions, and directions for applying the knowledge gained from the clinical scenarios. Also included are the historical background of KC and eight actions to be taken to enhance kangaroo care’s use in the clinical setting.  
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
INP (Code 5); LRN (Code 2); MNN (Code 3); NIC (Code 1); NNP (Code 3);
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Kathy L. Morgan, NNP-BC
Susan M. Ludington-Hoe, RN, CNM, Ph.D., FAAN
Part 2 of a two-part article. Building on part 1, part 2 presents clinical scenarios related to kangaroo care that require critical thinking and clinical expertise to answer. It focuses on the impact of kangaroo care beyond neonatal vital signs, including parental engagement and strategies to incorporate kangaroo care in your own practice. Evidence-based rationale and biobehavioral mechanisms of kangaroo care that support practice decisions are provided, along with directions for applying the knowledge gained from the clinical scenarios.  
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
INP (Code 5); LRN (Code 2); MNN (Code 3); NIC (Code 1); NNP (Code 3);
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Denise Côté-Arsenault, PhD, RNC, IBCLC, FNAP
Provides a solid foundation of historical, theoretical and clinical knowledge to facilitate effective nursing care of families faced with pregnancy or newborn loss. Addresses potential effects that caring for bereaved families can have on nurses. Includes case studies and resources for professionals and families.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
INP (Code 4); LRN (Code 3); MNN (Code 2);
NIC (Code 2); NNP (Code 3); WHC (Code 2B)
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Jane Deluca, PhD, RN, CPNP
Linda L. McCabe, PhD
Edward R.B. McCabe, MD, PhD
The purpose of this article is to empower registered nurses to improve quality and safety in newborn screening (NBS). The article presents an overview of the NBS system and discusses the risk of deadly delays in reporting results, the need for a culture of safety and the new federally recommended schedule to prevent these delays. The article also addresses psychosocial aspects of NBS.  
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

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$199 includes up to 50 participants per call in line. In this powerful session, participants will learn about the experience and needs of bereaved families and the emotional toll on staff. Strategies for helping parents move through this difficult period in the NICU and into the future will be shared. Learning Objectives: 1. Describe common characteristics of grief exhibited by parents in the NICU 2.Describe ways NICU staff can provide care and support to parents during a loss 3.Identify strategies for self-care related to the provision of bereavement services 1.25 Continuing Nursing Education credits per webinar. 1.5 Patient Experience credits per webinar. You will receive your registration information within 2 business days of completing your purchase. close

$199 includes up to 50 participants per call in line. This session shares best-practice strategies focused on discharge education, teaching tools, community resource guides and at-home support for the family facing a complex, chronic medical situation. Learning Objectives: 1. Describe the parent’s perspective as they begin the transition to home process with a child who has medical complexities 2. Identify three challenges of care coordination in the transition from hospital-to-home 3. Describe educational and information tools which staff can use to prepare families transitioning to home 1.25 Continuing Nursing Education credits per webinar. 1.5 Patient Experience credits per webinar. You will receive your registration information within 2 business days of completing your purchase. close

$199 includes up to 50 participants per call in line. This webinar addresses the critical ways front-line staff can interact with families in the NICU or PICU, and best provide support to diffuse volatile moments, ease interpersonal tension and deliver bad news in the best way possible. How to support families showing signs of perinatal mood disorders or post-traumatic stress syndrome will be discussed. Learning Objectives: 1. Understand the different types of emotional distress commonly developed by parents, including perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder 2. Explore interventions staff can implement to reduce emotional distress in parents 3. Discuss strategies to support a family as they transition to home 1.25 Continuing Nursing Education credits per webinar. 1.5 Patient Experience credits per webinar. You will receive your registration information within 2 business days of completing your order. close

Kathleen Laganá, RN, PCNS, PhD
Karen Duderstadt, RN, MS, CPNP
Addresses contemporary challenges facing nurses who provide care to neonates, childbearing women and their families. Provides an overview of ethical thought, strategies for identifying and managing moral distress and a holistic case study approach for analyzing ethical dilemmas in the clinical setting.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
INP (Code 6); LRN (Code 5); MNN (Code 4);
NIC (Code 4); NNP (Code 5); WHC (Code 5)
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The current rate of cesarean birth means that more OB nurses must also be competent as OR nurses. This guideline answers the needs of perinatal nurses who have been seeking guidance from AWHONN to help them provide safer, more consistent and higher quality care to their pregnant patients who require surgical procedures, including cesarans. close

Kathleen Rice Simpson, PhD, RNC, FAAN
Dotti C. James, PhD, RN
Provides the perinatal nurse with critical knowledge to safely and effectively care for mothers during the postpartum period. Offers str"ategies for prenatal education, discharge planning and postpartum care. Outlines comprehensive physical, learning needs and psychological assessments.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
INP (Code 4); MNN (Code 2); WHC (Code 1)
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Merry-K. Moos, MPH, BSN, FNP
Addresses the importance of nurses in promoting preconception wellness, updates information and research on health promotion content, and identifies opportunities for providing health information to prospective parents. Explores the rationale behind pre-pregnancy health, provides guidance on preconception risk identification, and outlines approaches to promoting preconception wellness.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
WHC (Code 1)
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Merry-K. Moos, RN, FNP (retired), MPH, FAAN
This module is designed for registered nurses who interact with women of childbearing age before and after pregnancy and between pregnancies. It reviews the rationale for moving away from prenatal care as the principle approach to preventing poor pregnancy outcomes to an approach that encompasses a woman's health before conception. The module examines the link between a woman's health habits and risks and how they correspond to known risks for a pregnancy and neonate. The module includes evidence-based strategies for addressing key risks before pregnancy to help nurses provide meaningful preventive care throughout the life course of women and their offspring. Keywords: well woman care, preconception, preventive care, life course, evidence-based care, poor pregnancy outcomes
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
WHC (Code 1)
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An activity from the prematurity prevention symposium. Nurses can watch the videos of presentations from the symposium and then take the test for contact hours. Users will have to register on the site, which is free, and then click on the link for the Prematurity Prevention Conference.    close

Caitlin O’Connor, MSN, RN, CPNP
Susan Gennaro, RN, PhD, FAAN
The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of the risk factors, pathophysiology and management of preterm labor and premature birth. This article reviews known risk factors for spontaneous or indicated premature birth. Given the presence of certain risk factors, the ability to predict who will experience a premature birth can help nurses effectively provide care for mothers and their infants.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.
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Susan Bakewell-Sachs, PhD, RN, PNP-BC
Susan Blackburn, PhD, RN, FAAN
Focuses on discharge management, transition to home and postdischarge issues for preterm infants and their families. The module emphasizes incorporating family-centered care principles into nursing practice to enhance parental confidence and competence. The module focuses on preterm infants, including infants discharged on medications, infants requiring short-term technological support (such as cardiorespiratory monitors and oxygen) and late preterm infants. Many late preterm infants are not admitted to the newborn intensive care unit (NICU) but are cared for in mother-baby units or low-risk nurseries. Nurses can use this module to learn and expand discharge planning skills.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
INP (Code 4); LRN (Code 2); MNN (Code 2);
NIC (Code 2); NNP (Code 3)
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Caitlin O'Connor, MSN, RN, CPNP
Susan Gennaro, RN, PhD, FAAN
This article provides an overview of nursing care for women of childbearing age from preconception to postpartum related to preventing preterm labor and birth. Describes areas for future research on this topic including physiologic and sociobehavioral mechanisms to prevent preterm labor and birth.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.
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This set includes the following activities:
-Cultural competence: An essential journey for perinatal nurses
-Genetic issues for perinatal nurses, 3rd edition
-Loss and grief in the childbearing period
-Perinatal and neonatal ethics: Facing contemporary challenges
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This set includes the following activities:
-Abuse during pregnancy: A protocol for prevention and intervention, 3rd edition
-Diabetes care before, during and after pregnancy
-Postpartum care
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Presented by
Laura Miller
Christina Lloyd, RN, MS
Provides a current review of literature on skin-to-skin holding including evidence-based benefits to both baby and parent and long-term effects of the practice.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.
  
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Karen D’Apolito, PhD, NNP-BC, FAAN
Designed for health care professionals who care for women with a drug addiction and their infants. The module provides a review of the various terminology used for drug addiction and describes the magnitude of the problem. It discusses the psychosocial, genetic and environmental factors that predispose women to drug abuse and the effects of drug use on pregnancy and fetal/neonatal outcomes. Treatment options for drug abuse during pregnancy.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

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Susan Blackburn, PhD, RN,C, FAAN
Susan Bakewell-Sachs, PhD, RN, APRN, BD
Presents states of the term newborn and infant temperament, behavior, reflexes and cues. Describes state modulation, self-regulation, readability and changes in sleep and wake patterns. Presents caregiving implications and nursing interventions.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.

NCC codes:
INP (Code 5); LRN (Code 2); MNN (Code 3);
NIC (Code 1); NNP (Code 1)
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Merry-K. Moos, RN, MPH, FAAN
The magnitude of the complications of Zika infection on developing fetuses and rapidly evolving recommendations around related care require that nurses stay up to date on the latest information to best serve women of childbearing age and their families. The purpose of this article is to provide nurses with critical information on strategies to prevent Zika infection and appropriate follow-up of pregnant women and affected infants.
Neither the authors nor any member of the planning committee for this activity has any financial, professional or personal relationships that could potentially bias the content.


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