
Women's Heart Health Across the Lifecourse
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Heart to Heart Nurses is brought to you by the Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association . Each episode will provide you with knowledge and tools you can apply to the prevention and management of cardiovascular disease across the lifespan. ]]>

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Preconception care is an important strategy for reducing lifelong CVD risk in women. Nicole Crossley, PhD, RN, RDNhttps://pcna.net/career-development/courses/?_topic=women-and-heart-disease, LD, FPCNA, shares strategies for implementing trusted, culturally-relevant care for all ages, especially high-priority populations that are most at risk. Related Resources: Primary prevention of CVD in women (ESC) 2019 AHA/ACC Primary Prevention Guideline PCNA courses on women and heart disease See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Cardiovascular disease is the leading killer of women, yet most women are unaware of their risk. How do we help women navigate their risk at every age? Guest Gina Lundberg, MD, FACC, FAHA, describes aspects of pregnancy and menopause that can impact women's heart health. Resources: The Feminine Face of Heart Disease (AHA): https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIRCULATIONAHA.123.064460 PCNA CE course: Menopausal Hormone Replacement Therapy: https://pcna.net/course/menopausal-hormone-replacement-therapy/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

This podcast episode explores transitions of care for patients with PSVT (paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia), featuring insights from Alison Stephens, PA-C and Todd Wagner, RN. They discuss diagnosis, treatment pathways and the importance of patient education, follow-up care, and addressing social determinants of health to prevent recurrence and improve outcomes. CE units are available for this episode only through June 15, 2027. To access CE, visit pcna.net/course/spotlight-on-psvt/. Related PCNA Resources - Patient Journey: PSVT Strikes Anytime, Anyplace - https://pcna.net/resource/patient-journey-psvt-strikes-anytime-anyplace-video/ - PSVT: Barriers and Solutions to the Disease Burden for Patients - https://pcna.net/resource/psvt-barriers-and-solutions-to-the-disease-burden-for-patients/ - Living with PSVT: A Patient-Centered Care Plan - https://pcna.net/podcast/living-with-psvt-a-patient-centered-care-plan/ - Living with PSVT: Episodic Rapid Heart Rates - https://pcna.net/podcast/living-with-psvt-episodic-rapid-heart-rates-psvt-afib-and-more/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Join Alison Stephens, PA-C, as she defines PSVT (paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia), explores its impact on patients' quality of life, and discusses various treatment options, including a new FDA-approved nasal spray. CE units are available for this episode only through June 15, 2027. To access CE, visit pcna.net/course/spotlight-on-psvt/. Related PCNA Resources: - Patient Journey: PSVT Strikes Anytime, Anyplace - https://pcna.net/resource/patient-journey-psvt-strikes-anytime-anyplace-video/ - PSVT: Barriers and Solutions to the Disease Burden for Patients - https://pcna.net/resource/psvt-barriers-and-solutions-to-the-disease-burden-for-patients/ - Living with PSVT: A Patient-Centered Care Plan - Living with PSVT: Episodic Rapid Heart Rates - https://pcna.net/podcast/living-with-psvt-a-patient-centered-care-plan/ Related Episode Resources: - Self-Administered Etripamil and Emergency Department Visits in Supraventricular Tachycardia - https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamacardiology/fullarticle/2832045 - Self-administered intranasal etripamil using a symptom-prompted, repeat-dose regimen for atrioventricular-nodal-dependent supraventricular tachycardia (RAPID): a multicentre, randomised trial - https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(23)00776-6/fulltext - Catheter Ablation of Atypical Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27754882/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Join guest Emily Brown, a Cardiovascular Genetic Counselor who has worked with ATTR-CM patients for over a decade. Emily dives into the role of genetic testing in diagnostics and personalized therapies. Emily shares practical strategies and examples of team based care with a multi-disciplinary care team to tackle turning the tide on ATTR-CM. Emily shares suggestions for resources and support for genetic testing for patients. Related PCNA Resources: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Cardiovascular Care: ATTR Case Study (CE Course) Heart Failure and ATTR-CM: A Guide for Health Care Professionals Hereditary Amyloidosis: What you need to know fact sheet Related Episode Resources: ForgingBridges - Resources to help support you and your patients See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Join guest Dana Miller, Advanced HF Nurse Practitioner, to discuss the science and evidence to turn the tide on ATTR. Dana provides an overview of recent clinical trials and how an ATTR-CM diagnosis impacts rate of hospitalization, mortality and quality of life. Dana shares resources and recommendations to continue to learn more about the ever-evolving ATTR-CM treatment and management strategies. Related PCNA Resources: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Cardiovascular Care: ATTR Case Study (CE Course) Heart Failure and ATTR-CM: A Guide for Health Care Professionals Hereditary Amyloidosis: What you need to know fact sheet Related Episode Resources: CRISPR-Cas9 In Vivo Gene Editing for Transthyretin Amyloidosis Transthyretin Cardiac Amyloidosis Evaluation and Management: 2025 ACC Concise Clinical Guidance Changing Patterns of Diagnosis and Survival in Transthyretin Cardiac Amyloidosis: A Multicenter Cohort Study Outcomes in patients with cardiac amyloidosis undergoing catheter ablation for atrial arrhythmias Amyloidosis Research Consortium Heart Failure Society of America (HFSA) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Join guest Morgan Lewis, an Amyloid Nurse Clinician, to learn about how ATTR-CM impacts patient's quality of lives. Morgan describes the variants of ATTR-CM as well ad dives into the ongoing unmet needs of patients iwth ATTR-CM. Morgan shares practical examples to overcome challenges to patient care and optimal health outcomes using team-based care strategies. Related PCNA Resources: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Cardiovascular Care: ATTR Case Study (CE Course) Heart Failure and ATTR-CM: A Guide for Health Care Professionals Hereditary Amyloidosis: What you need to know fact sheet See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

For new graduates of nurse practitioner programs, cardiovascular-focused knowledge and skills can be improved with additional professional development opportunities. Guest Michelle Alland, APRN, AGACNP-BC, MSN, FNP-C, AACC, describes postgraduate fellowships, local and national training options, onboarding, and the importance of mentorship from more tenured NPs. RELATED PCNA RESOURCES: Professional Development Awards Abstracts See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

What is a nurse scientist, and what is the difference between one that is PhD-prepared versus DNP-prepared? Guest Dawn Aycock, PhD, RN, ANP-BC, FAHA, FPCNA, FAAN, shares about the importance of nurse engagement in research, and how to get involved, no matter your role or location. Related PCNA Resources: Presenting Your Work: Call for Abstracts: https://pcna.net/events-news/cardiovascular-nursing-symposium/call-for-abstracts/ Empowering CV Nurses to Engage in Clinical Research (article): https://pcna.net/news/empowering-cardiovascular-nurses-to-engage-in-clinical-research/ Clinical Research: Engaging with the Community (podcast): https://pcna.net/podcast/clinical-research-engaging-with-the-community/ About Research and Evidence-Based Practice (article): https://pcna.net/health-topics/research-and-evidence-based-practice/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
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