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Summary: Welcome to WOCTalk, a podcast courtesy of the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society. WOCTalk is your opportunity to learn more about advocacy, education, and research that support the practice and delivery of expert healthcare to individuals with wound, ostomy, and continence care needs.

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 WOCNext 2019: What to Know Before You Go (EP.19) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:32:11

On this episode of WOCTalk, we sit down with Brooke Passy. Brooke is a Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) and the WOCN® Society’s Meeting Manager. During this episode she reviews the ins-and-outs of the WOCN Society’s newly re-branded education event, WOCNext. WOCNext 2019 will take place in Nashville from June 23-26, 2019. For additional information visit wocnext.org. If you are a registered attendee, and interested in learning more about ePosters, session handouts or the MyWOCN app, please click use links below. Eposters This year, our Poster Hall will be made up of 50% ePosters! Good news, you can now view the ePosters that will be presented in Nashville online before you arrive and after the event has finished. Click here to view the WOCNext 2019 ePosters. They will be available to view online through July 12, 2019. Handouts WOCNext 2019 sessions handouts are now available to view, download and/or print. There are two ways to access this year’s handouts. To access handouts online: Log in to MyWOCN, your personal briefcase of event planning tools, using your badge number and click “handouts”. To access handouts from your mobile device: Open the MyWOCN app, click "Handouts" on the main menu, log in with your Email Address and Badge Number, select the handout(s) for the session(s) you are interested in. MyWOCN App Navigate WOCNext 2019 like a pro with the MyWOCN app. With the app you are able to: view the event schedule and build your personalized itinerary, message exhibitors and schedule one-on-one appointments with them, view speaker information, view the interactive exhibit hall floor plan, view wound, ostomy and continence (WOC) products, access session handouts and more! Turn on/allow notifications within the app to get real-time updates during the event.

 The CAUTI Prevention Tool Kit (EP.18) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:35:18

On this week’s episode of WOCTalk we sit down with Kathleen Lawrence, MSN, RN, CWOCN and Vicky Pontieri-Lewis, MS, RN, ACNS-BC, CWOCN, to discuss an article that was in the March/April issue of the Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing (JWOCN) titled, “The CAUTI Prevention Tool Kit, A Professional Practice and Collaborative Project of the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society”. This article discussed a collaborative project that the WOCN Society participated in, along with many other organizations, to discuss CAUTI prevention. Kate and Vicky joined us to speak about their role on this project and the article that was co-written as a result of the collaboration. The co-authors of the article were: • Kathleen G. Lawrence, MSN, RN, CWOCN, VNA and Hospice of the Southwest Region, Rutland, Vermont. • Donna Z. Bliss, PhD, RN, FGSA, FAAN, University of Minnesota School of Nursing, Minneapolis. • Maureen Dailey, PhD, RN, CWOCN, FAAN, Daileysolution, New York, New York. • Chenel Trevellini, MSN, RN, CWOCN, Patient Safety Solutions, LLC, Bayside, New York. • Vicky Pontieri-Lewis, MS, RN, ACNS-BC, CWOCN, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey. To view the article in the March/April issue of JWOCN, click here. To view and use the CAUTI Prevention Tool, visit wocn.org/clinicaltools and click on the link for the ANA CAUTI Prevention Tool.

 Addressing Sex and Intimacy: The Ex-PLISSIT Model in Practice (EP.17) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:23:35

On this episode of WOCTalk, we sit down with Bridget Taylor, PhD, MSc, BA(Hons), RN, to to get a sneak peek of what to expect during her upcoming session at WOCNext 2019 titled, “Addressing Sex and Intimacy: The Ex-PLISSIT Model in Practice”. Bridget Taylor is a Senior Specialist Nurse in the community palliative care team at Sir Michael Sobell House hospice in Oxford (UK). In addition to her clinical work, Bridget has been a senior lecturer at Oxford Brookes University for over 20 years, teaching a variety of courses on sexuality, end of life care and research methods. Her doctoral research explored the experiences of sexuality and intimacy for patients and partners of patients living with a life-limiting illness. Bridget has published extensively and her co-authored Extended PLISSIT model for addressing sexual well-being has been widely adopted. For additional information regarding Bridget’s presentation at WOCNext 2019, click here. WOCNext 2019 will take place in Nashville from June 23-26, 2019. For additional information visit wocnext.org.

 Bonus 2: Progressive Mobility and Pressure Injury: What’s The Link? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:41:19

During this special bonus WOCTalk episode, we sit down with Joyce M. Black, PhD, RN, CWCN, FAAN, Professor, College of Nursing, University of Nebraska Medical Center. During this episode, Dr. Black speaks about the content from her webinar presentation, Progressive Mobility and Pressure Injury: What’s The Link? Progressive mobility is the graded application of positioning and mobility techniques to return patients to prior levels of function. With critical or prolonged illness, recovery of function is slow and increases the duration of risk for pressure injury. This webinar addressed pressure injury prevention, at all levels of progressive mobility, and the ergonomic issues for nurses with these patients. This podcast episode and the webinar were supported by an educational grant from Stryker. To view a free recording of the webinar Progressive Mobility and Pressure Injury: What’s The Link? visit the webcasts section of the WOCN Society’s Continuing Education Center at wocn.org/cec

 Introducing the New Foot and Nail Section of JWOCN (EP.16) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:24:27

On this episode of WOCTalk, we sit down with Tara Beuscher, DNP, RN-BC, GCNS-BC, ANP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN, NEA-BC. Dr. Beuscher has been providing foot and nail care for over 25 years. Beginning foot care practice in Senior Centers and Skilled Nursing Facilities, she developed the Foot and Nail Course for Nurses in 1996, which has been the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire’s highest-ranking continuing education course since its inception. Dr. Beuscher was on the initial Foot and Nail Care Nurse Exam test development committee with the Wound, Ostomy Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB®). She currently works in the podiatry department for Doctors Making House Calls, a home-based multispecialty practice providing care in homes, independent and assisted living facilities though out North Carolina. She is a very active volunteer leader of the WOCN® Society, functioning as the Lead Nurse Planner for the Society and the Foot Care section editor, a new addition to the Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing (JWOCN). In this episode, we explore Dr. Beuscher’s career, what lead to her passion for foot care, her involvement and success with the Wound Treatment Associate (WTA®) Program and the exciting enhancement to JWOCN that she is spearheading, the Foot and Nail section, available in the May/June issue. To view, or subscribe to JWOCN, visit jwocnonline.com. If you are interested in submitting a manuscript for publication in JWOCN, click here. For information regarding the Wound Treatment Associate (WTA®) Program, visit wocn.org/wtaprogram.

 Role of the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse in Continence Care (EP.15) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:34:52

In this episode of WOCTalk we sit down with Christine Berke, MSN, APRN-NP, CWOCN-AP, AGPCNP-BC and Secretary of the WOCN® Society. Chris also recently served as the WOCN Society’s Role of the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse in Continence Care Task Force Chair and was part of a group of Society volunteers and experts tasked with revising the Role of the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse in Continence Care document. This updated document replaces the 2009 version of the Role of the Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse or Continence Care Nurse in Continence Care. The document was revised by the Task Force between March 2017 ─ October 2018. During the discussion, Chris reveals the purpose of this document, the contributing factors that led to recent updates and tips and suggestions for nurses looking to certify or re-certify in continence.

 Bonus 1: Guiding Your Professional Future with the Scope and Standards for the WOC Nurse | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:29:07

During this special bonus WOCTalk episode, we sit down with Kathleen Lawrence, MSN, RN, CWOCN, Scope and Standards Task Force Chair to speak about the Scope and Standards of Practice, 2nd Edition and the content from the special WOC Nurse Week 2019 rebroadcast, Guiding Your Professional Future with the Scope and Standards for the WOC Nurse: Practical Application of the 2nd Edition of the Scope and Standards. This session focused on care coordination and collaboration by WOC nurses; ethics in WOC nursing, current issues and trends that influence WOC nursing; future considerations and challenges for WOC nursing; and standards of WOC nursing practice and professional performance based on the American Nurses Association Standards of Nursing Practice. This session was originally presented by members of the WOC Scope and Standards Task Force during the WOCN Society’s 50th Annual Conference. These WOC nurse experts intrigued attendees with vignettes and practical application hints on how to enhance your professional practice by embracing the scope and fulfilling the standards. This podcast, the webinar and WOC Nurse Week 2019 were commercially supported by a restricted educational grant from Smith & Nephew. Interested in purchasing the latest edition of WOC Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, 2nd Edition? It is available for purchase in the WOCN Society’s Bookstore at wocn.org/bookstore. We have a special discount running through the end of WOC Nurse Week (April 20) for $5 off your purchase. If interested, use the code NURSEWEEK5 at checkout. To view a free recording of the rebroadcast of Guiding Your Professional Future with the Scope and Standards for the WOC Nurse: Practical Application of the 2nd Edition of the Scope and Standards, visit the webcasts section of the WOCN Society’s Continuing Education Center at wocn.org/cec.

 Pouching Made Easy: Creating an Essential Ostomy Tote for Emergency Room Nurses (EP.14) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:22:46

Over 100,000 ostomy surgeries are performed in the United States each year, and this number continues to grow. Research has shown that 70% of patients experience postoperative complications, resulting in increased length of stay and higher readmission rates. Ostomates face multiple challenges post-surgery related to leakage, prolapse, herniation, retractions, and necrosis, which can lead to an emergency department (ED) visit. In this episode of WOCTalk, we speak with Cathy Wittenauer, BSN, RN, CWOCN regarding her co-authored poster, “Pouching Made Easy: Creating an Essential Ostomy Tote for Emergency Room Nurses”. During our discussion, Cathy walks through a collaboration established to bridge the gap in providing competent postoperative ostomy care and additional knowledge to ED nurses to create positive experiences for ostomates during emergency department visits. To view a description of the poster, “Pouching Made Easy: Creating an Essential Ostomy Tote for Emergency Room Nurses”, click here. The authors of this poster were Karaleigh Crouse, BSN, RN, CWOCN and Cathy Wittenauer, BSN, RN, CWOCN.

 All About Nashville: A Sneak Peek at our WOCNext 2019 Destination (EP.13) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:22:27

On this episode of WOCTalk, we sit down with Deana Ivey, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer for the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. to talk about everything Nashville to help us prepare for WOCNext 2019, June 23-26 at the Music City Center. WOCNext is an event for WOC nurses and other healthcare professionals dedicated to providing expert care to patients with wound, ostomy, and incontinence needs. With nearly 60 speakers and over 50 sessions to choose from this year, attendees will leave WOCNext with diverse knowledge and insights into how to best identify, care for, and overcome some of the most challenging issues facing their patient populations. Listen in to learn more about the sights, sounds, attractions and food to look forward to in Music City while attending WOCNext 2019! For additional information about WOCNext 2019, visit wocnext.org. If you’re interested in learning more about what Nashville has to offer, click here.

 Using a Collaborative Team to Reduce Pressure Injuries Originating in the Perioperative Division (EP.12) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:56:09

Using a Collaborative Team to Reduce Pressure Injuries Originating in the Perioperative Division In this episode of WOCTalk, we sit down with Laura Phearman, BSN, RN, CPNP, and co-author of a merit award winning poster in the Practice Innovation category at the WOCN Society 50th Annual Conference titled, “Using a Collaborative Team to Reduce Pressure Injuries Originating in the Perioperative Division (POD)”. During our discussion, Laura speaks to us about the formation of an interprofessional operating room hospital-acquired pressure injury (HAPI) prevention workgroup. Since its inception in 2014, this group of individuals worked to review literature and identify evidence-based strategies to implement in the Perioperative Division (POD) to reduce HAPIs. To view a description of the poster, “Using a Collaborative Team to Reduce Pressure Injuries Originating in the Perioperative Division (POD)”, click here. Authors of the poster include: Linda Abbott, DNP, RN, CWON, AOCN; Patricia Pezzella, BSN, RN, CWON; Julia Langin, BSN, RN, CWON, CMSRN; and Laura Phearman, BSN, RN, CPNP.

 Transforming Manuscripts to Global Messages: A Discussion with Dr. Mikel Gray, Editor-in-Chief, JWOCN (EP.11) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:45:57

On this episode of WOCTalk we sit down with Dr. Mikel Gray, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing (JWOCN) to speak about his background and career and highlight his experiences serving on the Editorial Board of the Journal. During this episode, Dr. Gray speaks about the global impact of JWOCN, what is on the horizon for the Journal, the manuscript process, how to submit a manuscript and other best practices to get published. The Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing (JWOCN) is the official publication and member benefit of the WOCN Society. This international journal provides continuing education for the entire scope of the WOC nursing practice and is the authoritative resource devoted to the care and management of patients with wounds, ostomies and incontinence. Original, peer-reviewed articles in JWOCN examine practice and research topics in hospital, home, and long-term care settings. Membership* to the WOCN Society includes a JWOCN subscription as well as full access to JWOCNonline.com with: New and archived issues to help you keep current with best practices. eAlert Services—email notifications of eTOCs, citations, collections, and more. The opportunity to earn free online CE credits via CEConnection, the Journal’s CE portal. *Excludes Allied member type For additional information about JWOCN, visit JWOCNonline.com Interested in getting published in JWOCN? Click here for information about how to prepare and submit your manuscript. Mikel L. Gray, PhD, FNP, PNP, CUNP, CCCN, FAANP, FAAN Mikel Gray is Professor and Nurse Practitioner with the Department of Urology (School of Medicine) and Department of Acute & Specialty Care (School of Nursing) at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. He is Editor-in Chief of the Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing and a Board Member of the Society’s Center for Clinical Investigation. He has authored/co-edited 3 books, and authored more than 50 chapters and 200 articles in peer reviewed journals. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on topics related to neurologic urology and urodynamic testing, urologic nursing, wound, ostomy and continence nursing, and evidence-based practice. A fellow in the American Academy of Nursing and the Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Dr. Gray is past president of both the Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates and the Certification Board for Urologic Nurses and Associates. He has received awards for contributions to Urologic and WOC nursing respectively and is a National Association for Continence Care Champion.

 The Future is Bright for WOC Nursing (EP.10) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:24:19

In this episode of WOCTalk we sit down with Heather Hedges, BSN, RN, CWOCN, and inaugural winner of the WOCN Society’s Future is Bright Award in 2018. This WOCN award recognizes a new WOC nurse within his/hers first five (5) years of practice who is tri-specialty certified and destined to make a significant contribution to WOC care as an educator, a researcher, or in clinical practice. The Future is Bright Award is intended to recognize a new WOC nurse who exemplifies the scope of WOC nursing practice as defined in “WOC Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice”, 2nd Edition.

 A Unique Approach to Neonatal Wound Care (EP.09) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:16:17

Stephanie Furtado, BScN, RN, ET MClScWH, SWO Neonatal wound care often presents unique challenges. In this episode of WOCTalk, we sit down with Stephanie Furtado, BScN, RN, ET MClScWH, SWO, to discuss her unique approach to a micropreemie patient born at just 24 weeks. Stephanie outlined her approach within her merit award winning poster at the WOCN Society’s 50th Annual Conference in 2018. To view a description of Stephanie’s poster, “A Unique Approach to Heal a Neonate’s Open Abdomen Using Gentian Violet/Methylene Blue Polyurethane Antimicrobial Foam”, click here. An image of Stephanie in front of her poster can be found at wocn.org/podcast.

 Keep it Simple! Basic Ostomy Skin Care: A Guide for Patients and Health Care Providers (EP.08) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:21:20

Participants: Mary F. Mahoney, MSN, RN, CWON, CFCN Barbara J. Rozenboom, BSN, RN, CWON People who have a stoma often have many of the same questions and concerns. In this episode of WOCTalk, we sit down with co-authors of the Basic Ostomy Skin Care: A Guide for Patients and Health Care Providers, a resource document that addresses answers to some of the most asked questions that people ask about the care of a stoma and the skin around the stoma. While the answers in this resource are meant for the person who has a stoma, there may also be helpful for the nurse as a teaching tool. The Basic Ostomy Skin Care: A Guide for Patients and Health Care Providers can be viewed in the WOCN Document Library can be found here https://www.wocn.org/resource/collection/A199E33D-CA30-4368-A6EA-911166C669AB/Basic_Ostomy_Skin_Care_-_Guide_Pt__Health_Care_Providers__2018_.pdf.

 Setting the Standard for Body Worn Absorbent Products: Results of the WOCN Consensus Conference (EP.07) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:41:11

WOC Nurses are often called upon to make recommendations to individuals or purchasing/procurement representatives regarding body worn absorbent products. While considered a containment strategy for incontinence, these products simultaneously impact skin integrity. The WOCN Society held a consensus conference to identify current clinical practice gaps and define standards of care for individuals using body worn absorbent products for the management of fecal and urinary incontinence. The goal of the consensus conference was to develop evidence and consensus based statements that result in the development of a manuscript and ultimately, an evidence-and-consensus-based decision support tool around this concept. In this episode of WOCTalk, we feature a discussion with four members of the consensus conference regarding their session at the WOCN Society’s 50th Annual Conference, “Setting the Standard for Body Worn Absorbent Products: Results of the WOCN Consensus Conference”.

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