Course Dates: Wednesday, September 11th, Thursday, October 3rd, Tuesday, November 12th, Tuesday, December 17th The new BLS course is a video-based, Instructor-led course that teaches both single-rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in both in-facility and prehospital settings, with a focus on high-quality CPR and team dynamics. The new BLS Provider course, based on the 2015 Guidelines, replaces the BLS for Healthcare Providers course, while offering the high-quality education you’d expect from the Heart and Stroke Foundation.…
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Join the LHSC Trauma Team we spend the day discussing and simulating: - Adult & Pediatric Trauma case in your ED - Difficult trauma transfers - Team work in trauma Your trauma cases! We want to learn from you! The multidisciplinary trauma team is invited - Physicians, nurses, techs and ancillary staff are encouraged to participate For further information contact Kerry Posselwhite at (807)621-4128 posselwk@tbh.net or Rob Martin at (807)737-6599 rmartin@slmhc.on.ca Continuing Medical Education Credit Information-the American College of Surgeons…
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COURSE DURATION: 15 hours (10 self-study hours, 3 didactic hours, and 2 testing hours) COURSE DESCRIPTION: The Lead II ECG Interpretation course reviews basic cardiac anatomy, physiology, and electrophysiology and teaches ECG rhythm, acquisition, and identification. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course, the learner will demonstrate the ability to: 1. Integrate knowledge of the basic anatomy and physiology of the heart. 2. Demonstrate the steps in analyzing an ECG rhythm strip. 3. Explain ECG findings and nursing actions for…
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ABOUT THE EVENTS This is a two day course running both Monday, September 16, 2019 and Tuesday, September 17, 2019. You must commit to attending both days. Please note both days run from 0800h-1600h Locations: Day 1 and Day 2 both in the Ibn Sina Simulation Lab - Room 3100 (3rd Level - TBRHSC) This two day introductory course explores, promotes and supports human lactation and breastfeeding through examining current evidence-based, best practice. Participants will develop their knowledge and understanding…
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RN's and RPN's with a passion for teaching and mentoring and want to provide the best possible experience for a student learner or a new staff member. Monday Sept 16 0830-1230 Location: TBRHSC 3rd Floor Auditorium A Wednesday Sept 18 0830-1230 Location: TBRHSC 3rd Floor Auditorium B Thursday Sept 26 0830-1230 Location: St Joseph's Care Group Room E0013 Conference Room A Thursday October 24th Morning - 0830-1230 Location: TBRHSC Medical Professional Building - Room 202A/B Thursday October 24th Afternoon - 1230-1630…
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Course Dates: on Wednesday, September 18th, Thursday, October 24th, Tuesday, November 19th, Tuesday, December 18th This fast-paced renewal course is designed for the experienced BLS provider (those who are confident in their BLS skills through regular use in their work in the ED, CCU, ICU on code team, or paramedics and first responders) who can demonstrate knowledge through written and skills assessment in a concentrated program. PREREQUISITES FOR THIS COURSE: CURRENT HEART & STROKE BLS COMPLETION CARD (TAKEN WITHIN THE…
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POSTER The Northwestern Ontario Regional Stroke Network Presents: Enhancing Stroke Core Competency . An interdisciplinary, facilitated & self-directed learning opportunity. Available face-to-face in Thunder Bay and via OTN to clinicians in NW Ontario. 5 NEW Modules: Principles of Stroke Care, Communication, Cardiovascular/Respiratory, Dysphagia and Prevention Certificate provided for each module completed. See poster for all details.
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Survivors and Care Partners, please join us this month meeting. POSTER After the presentation we’ll have some time to mingle and have refreshments together. Time: 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Location: Auditorium, Thunder Bay 55+ Centre, 700 River Street Info: Call Todd : 345-6595 ext. 105 or tkennedy@marchofdimes.ca
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Fall & Winter 2019 Course dates: on Friday, September 27th, Wednesday, October 9th, Tuesday, November 5th, Thursday, December 5th Registration: Online registration (including credit card number in case of cancellation) is required. If your department is sponsoring you to attend this course, please choose TBRHSC DEPARTMENT FUNDED REGISTRATION. Check the description (or for more info – bottom arrow) for the unlock code. Textbooks can be purchased from Season’s Gift Shop. A limited number of textbooks are available for loan through…
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POSTER SUPPORTING RECOVERY OF THE UPPER EXTREMITY DURING ADLS FOLLOWING STROKE OR BRAIN INJURY USING AN NDT APPROACH SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 28, 2019 BACK WORKS SPINAL & SPORTS REHABILITATION PRESENTS Course Description: Often after a stroke or brain injury, it is challenging to find a role for the more involved upper extremity (UE) while performing ADLs. This one day workshop will present NDT principles related to incorporating the more involved or hemiplegic UE into Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) through using…
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Canadian Stroke Congress Ottawa, Ontario Co-hosted by the Heart and Stroke Foundation and the Canadian Stroke Consortium, the Canadian Stroke Congress is a unique forum for experts to share the latest research findings, exchange ideas, and make the connections which will change the future of stroke. The Canadian Stroke Congress annually attracts more than 800 delegates from across Canada and around the world. Delegates include leading researchers, physicians, nurses, rehabilitation specialists, policy-makers, health system decision-makers and many others in an…
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Presented by Dr. Masoud Sadreddini Learning Objectives: • To describe the pathophysiology of acute coronary syndrome. • To assess the management of non ST elevation myocardial infarction. • To recognize the clinical implications of elevated troponin with no flow-limiting coronary artery disease. Please see below attachment for full poster View Attachment
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Survivors and Care Partners, please join us this month meeting. Various presentations held monthly. Specific posters to follow. Meeting are the fourth Thursday of the month After the presentation we’ll have some time to mingle and have refreshments together. Time: 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Location: Auditorium, Thunder Bay 55+ Centre, 700 River Street Info: Call Todd : 345-6595 ext. 105 or tkennedy@marchofdimes.ca
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Developed by the International Emergency Nursing Association (ENA), the seventh edition of the course is the premier course for hospitals and trauma centres worldwide. TNCC empowers nurses with critical thinking skills, and hands on scenario–based training for: Virtual learning modules including avatar-based simulation Interactive teaching strategies Electronic, open-book testing - No more test anxiety! Updated evidence-based provider manual One and a half-day course 18.3 contact hours of CNE For more information please see the attachment below: View Attachment
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COURSE DURATION: 15 hours (10 self-study hours, 3 didactic hours, and 2 testing hours) COURSE DESCRIPTION: The Lead II ECG Interpretation course reviews basic cardiac anatomy, physiology, and electrophysiology and teaches ECG rhythm, acquisition, and identification. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course, the learner will demonstrate the ability to: 1. Integrate knowledge of the basic anatomy and physiology of the heart. 2. Demonstrate the steps in analyzing an ECG rhythm strip. 3. Explain ECG findings and nursing actions for…
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Presented by Dr. Bradley Jacobson Learning Objectives: • To understand the scope of Opioid use locally and provincially. • To identify what needs to occur after resuscitation. • To select treatment options (ED and bridging to the community). • To create discussion: care partners and options; moving forward together. Please see below attachment for full poster: View Attachment
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POSTER NDT INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP IN THE MANAGEMENT OF ADULTS WITH STROKE, BRAIN INJURY AND OTHER NEURO-MOTOR DISORDERS NOV 30 – DEC 1, 2019 Course description: This two day introductory level course provides a unique opportunity for health care professionals to gain insight into the basic principles of the NDT approach and how it is applied to clinical practice to promote recovery of function in individuals with neurological impairments. Current theoretical foundations and evidence supporting an NDT approach will be presented…
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The course is intended for practitioners including nurses (RN & RPN), nurse practitioners, physicians, registered midwives, paramedics and residents who want to learn the current fundamental concepts related to fetal health surveillance. See attached poster for more information Attachment
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Session Registration: December 9 & 10, 2019 0830-1630h (on 9th) and 0830-1230 (on 10th) Ibn Sina Simulation Lab - Level 3 - TBRHSC https://events.eventzilla.net/e/emergency-nursing-pediatric-course-enpc--december-9th--10th-2138756062 Note: This is a 1 day and a half course Target audience: Nurses (RNs and RPNs) working in the ED, ICU and Pediatric program; paramedics Cost is $500 - Department funded for the staff working in the Emergency Department, ICU, & Pediatric program. To successfully earn verification as an ENPC provider, you must: review and…
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Presented by: Dr. Sara Kelly & Meaghan Sharp Learning Objectives: • To understand how ACE units are different than other medical units/models of care • To recognize the importance of the interprofessional model within the ACE unit model • To recognize importance of ACE unit care in the frail elderly • To increase knowledge of the benefits of an ACE unit at TBRHSC Please see below attachment for full poster: View Attachment
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