Statement of Need/Program OverviewThis educational activity is designed to review, in detail, the results of the ADVENT-HF randomized clinical trial. The effects of a particular type of adaptive servo-ventilation, triggered by changes in peak-flow (ASVPF), on obstructive and central sleep apnea (OSA and CSA, respectively) in patients with heart failure and reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) will be presented. The focus will be on the effects of ASVPF reduced on cardiovascular morbidity as well as on sleep structure and health-related quality of life. The implications of these findings for clinical management of both OSA and CSA in patients with HFrEF will be reviewed. Target AudienceThis activity is intended for medical professionals who have a clinical interest in the management of respiratory patients as seen by the following medical specialists: Pulmonologists, Pneumologists, Respirologists, Respiratory Physiotherapists, Respiratory Therapists (Hospital, Home), Thoracic Surgeons, Home Healthcare Providers, Critical Care Medicine Specialists, Internal Medicine Specialists, Primary Care Physicians (General and Family Practitioners), Advanced Practice Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Physicians Assistants, Managed Care Medical Directors, and other Practitioners and Payers. Educational ObjectivesAfter completing the activity, the participant should be better able to:
FacultyMichael Arzt, MD T. Douglas Bradley, MD Program AgendaEducational Presentation (2 hours 15 minutes) CME Provider Accreditation StatementThis activity is provided by Global Education Group. Term OfferingThis activity was released on November 15, 2024 and is valid for one year. Requests for credit must be made no later than November 15, 2025. The above term offering is for the following accreditations: CME, AANP and ANCC Physician Accreditation StatementGlobal Education Group is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Physician Credit DesignationGlobal Education Group designates this enduring material for a maximum of 2.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Nurse Practitioner Continuing EducationGlobal Education Group is accredited by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners as an approved provider of nurse practitioner continuing education. Provider number: 110121. This activity is approved for 2.25 contact hour(s) (which includes 0.0 hour(s) of pharmacology). Nursing Accreditation StatementGlobal Education Group is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Nursing Continuing EducationThis educational activity for 2.25 contact hours including 0.0 pharmacotherapeutic contact hours is provided by Global Education Group. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Instructions to Receive CreditIn order to receive credit, participants must complete the course, score at least a 70% on the post test, complete the course evaluation form, and submit a credit application. Successful applicants will be able to download their certificate upon completion of these requirements. A copy of the certificate will also be sent to the email address provided in the credit application. Global Contact InformationFor information about the accreditation of this program, please contact Global at 303-395-1782 or cme@globaleducationgroup.com.
SUPPLEMENTAL ACCREDITATIONS
AAST (American Associate for Sleep Technologists) Release and Expiration dates are pending. Credit Designation - AARCThis Non-traditional program has been approved for 2.25 contact hour Continuing Respiratory Care Education (CRCE) credit by the American Association for Respiratory Care; 9425 N. MacArthur Boulevard, Suite 100, Irving TX 75063 Term OfferingThis activity was released on November 18, 2024 and is valid for one year. Requests for credit must be made no later than November 18, 2025. The above term offering is for the following accreditations: AARC How to Obtain AARC / CRCE CreditAttendees are expected to review all academic materials before attempting to apply for credit. Successful completion of this activity will lead to the issuance of a certificate for 2.25 contact hour of CRCE approved continuing education. To receive credit, please follow these steps:
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