Track: Cardiac Nursing and Women’s Heart Health

Cardio Care Conference 2025

The "Cardiac Nursing and Women’s Heart Health" session will focus on the unique aspects of cardiac care in women, highlighting the evolving role of cardiac nursing in addressing gender-specific heart health issues. It will explore the latest research on the distinct risk factors and symptoms of cardiovascular diseases in women, including hormonal influences and the impact of pregnancy-related conditions. The session will also cover innovative nursing interventions, patient education strategies, and the importance of early detection in improving heart health outcomes for women. Through this session, participants will gain valuable knowledge on how to enhance care for women with cardiovascular conditions, improving prevention, treatment, and long-term health outcomes.

Cardiovascular Monitoring in Critical Care: Explore the importance of continuous cardiovascular monitoring in the critical care unit (CCU) and intensive care unit (ICU). Learn about the use of advanced tools like invasive blood pressure monitoring, pulmonary artery catheters, and cardiac output monitoring to track the patient's hemodynamic status and guide treatment decisions.

Management of Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS): Delve into the management of ACS in critical care, including ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI). Learn about the pharmacologic and interventional therapies, including thrombolysis, PCI, and stent placement, along with the nursing care required during the acute phase.

Heart Failure Management in Critical Care: Gain insights into the assessment and management of acute heart failure in critical care patients. Learn about inotropes, vasodilators, and diuretics, along with mechanical circulatory support devices like intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP) and ventricular assist devices (VADs), and their application in managing severe heart failure.

Cardiogenic Shock and Hemodynamic Support: Explore the causes, diagnosis, and management of cardiogenic shock, a life-threatening condition often caused by heart failure or severe myocardial infarction. Learn about the various hemodynamic support strategies, including inotropic therapy, mechanical circulatory support, and the use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).

Cardiac Surgery and Post-Operative Care: Discuss the post-operative management of patients who have undergone cardiac surgery, including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve replacements, and heart transplantations. Learn about nursing care for thoracic drains, intubation, and pain management in the immediate post-operative phase.

Nursing Interventions in Cardiac Arrest and Resuscitation: Learn about the essential nursing interventions during cardiac arrest and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS). Understand the latest guidelines for CPR, defibrillation, and post-cardiac arrest care to improve survival and neurological outcomes.

Nurses' Role in Patient Education and Advocacy: Learn about the critical role nurses play in educating patients and families about cardiovascular diseases, treatment options, lifestyle modifications, and managing expectations during hospitalization and recovery. Understand the importance of advocacy for optimal patient care in the ICU setting.