Las Vegas, Nevada

Vegas has always been known for big casino gambling, showgirls, and the crazed throngs of Fremont Street. But 37.5 million visitors a year continue to discover Vegas' true talent in offering the biggest stars in entertainment, award-winning restaurants featuring culinary celebrities and master sommeliers, and a wide array of luxurious shopping opportunities without ever leaving the Vegas Strip.

Buy a day pass to ride the hop-on-hop-off busses with stops at all the major hotels and attractions all the way to the Las Vegas North Premium Outlets. Wherever you go, there’s no shortage of unique attractions offered by Vegas' famous venues and hotels. Get same-day tickets to Blue Man Group, Celine Dion, Jennifer Lopez, Cirque du Soleil, and other entertainment headliners from music, magic, comedy, and more. For extreme thrills, jump aboard the X-Scream roller coaster at the Stratosphere or New York New York's Big Apple Coaster.

Get a bird's eye view of Vegas from atop the High Roller Ferris wheel at the LINQ Hotel. Have dinner and a grand show of medieval jousting at Excalibur, or take a relaxing ride on a gondola through the Venetian hotel. End your night with dancing and drinks at one of several popular nightclubs along the Strip. If you need a break from the hustle, consider a day trip outside of Las Vegas to nearby Red Rock Canyon, Boulder City, the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the Grand Canyon, and Valley of Fire State Park.

Wynn Las Vegas

A bright, elegant style and an exceptional level of service are just two of the reasons why Encore at Wynn Las Vegas was named the best hotel in Las Vegas in Condé Nast Traveler magazine's 29th Annual Readers' Choice Awards. Wynn Las Vegas and Encore are home to several experiences that promise to delight and entertain everyone that encounters them. From large production shows and spellbinding displays, to live music and once-in-a-lifetime chances at adventure, the opportunities abound for memories to be made that will last forever.

Wynn and Encore can boast the most celebrated nightlife and day life experiences in Las Vegas. Unique clubs feature the hottest entertainment, cutting edge technology and the most luxurious spaces creating the ultimate party destination. World-renowned performers, celebrities and party-goers alike clamor to be part of the action at XS and Encore Beach Club. In addition, Wynn Las Vegas and Encore have gathered the finest international chefs to create some of the finest dining in the world. From fine to casual dining, vegan and healthy eating options there is something to please any palate. There are also a number of resort bars and lounges to choose from, each offering unique scenery, menus and entertainment. Whether it be shopping, relaxing or working out, we promise you've never experienced anything like Wynn Las Vegas and Encore. With two Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star award-winning spas, unique salons, luxury retail boutiques, exquisite ultra-luxe resort pools and a team of concierges to assist with your every need, you'll be sure to find all you are looking for within this resort.

The 745 square-foot Encore Resort Room offers one king or two queen pillow-top Wynn Dream Beds with overstuffed pillows and shams (based on hotel availability), and floor-to-ceiling windows. The living room offers a 55” HDTV on a swivel to be enjoyed from the bedroom or living room, an elegant sofa and a minibar. The bathroom features an oversized marble tub, separate glass-enclosed shower, dual sinks, 13" LCD TV, separate water closet and terrycloth bathrobes and much more. The room is equipped with bedside touch-screen curtain, lighting, room service, and privacy controls.

The hotel is located approximately 3.5 miles from the Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) - formerly known as McCarren International Airport.  Valet parking is subject to a fee. Self-parking is complimentary for hotel guests.

FACULTY

Mark A. Kossick, DNSc, CRNA, APN
Tenured Full Professor
Director of Graduate Programs
School of Nursing, College of Health and Human Sciences
Western Carolina University
Asheville, North Carolina

Dr. Mark A. Kossick received his research doctorate (DNSc) in 2003 from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and completed his clinical research in the electrophysiology laboratory at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) while developing a new modified chest lead (MAC1).

He finished his nurse anesthesia education in 1984 at Hamot Medical Center, Erie, Pennsylvania, affiliated with Edinboro University. Over the past 34 years he has been on faculty at the University of Kansas, UAB, University of Maryland, Union University, and Western Carolina University. Dr. Kossick has lectured extensively on EKG interpretation to an eclectic audience across the United States and from other countries, such as Spain, Germany, Iceland, Australia, Great Britain, Saudi Arabia, and New Zealand. Attendees include anesthesiologists, hospitalists, intensivists, emergency department physicians, cardiologists, nurse anesthetists, nurse practitioners, and critical care nurses. He serves as a member of the AANA Journal Editorial Committee, authored 1) an antiarrhythmic chapter in the textbook, Pharmacology for Nurse Anesthesiology, 2) the Clinical Monitoring I: Cardiovascular System chapter of all six editions in the textbook, Nurse Anesthesia, and 3) is writing the third edition of a textbook and handbook on EKG interpretation. Dr. Kossick continues to provide anesthesia care to a diverse surgical population at several medical centers across the country.

CONCURRENT COURSES

We are offering other seminars/workshops either during or after EKG. If you have colleagues that wish to come with you, but do not need to take EKG, if you desire to obtain additional credits while at the location, or you want more specific location/hotel information you can view the full schedule of meetings here.

Email us at info@nwas.com or call us (800) 222-6927 • (509) 547-7065

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is designed for physicians, certified registered nurse anesthetists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses and other medical care providers who must maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of the anesthesia specialty or are impacted by it.

PROGRAM PURPOSE

Due to the epidemiology of cardiovascular disease and standards of care regarding EKG monitoring by various professional organizations (physicians in many specialties [anesthesiology, emergency medicine, and critical care], advanced practice nurses) healthcare providers are being challenged to interpret the EKG as well as treat underlying conduction disturbances. This program is designed to update these practitioners with the latest information on this body of scientific information. This seminar offers 8 contact hours.

OBJECTIVES

At the conclusion of this program, the participant will be able to:

  • Review the 12-lead EKG system, dipole concept, the predicted morphology of the EKG waveforms, and options for lead placement.
  • Define the EKG criteria for diagnosing myocardial ischemia, injury, infarction, axis deviation, bundle branch blocks, and fascicular blocks.
  • Review the recommended placement of limb and chest leads for recording the 12-lead EKG and for continuous monitoring the EKG in the OR, PACU, ICU and ED.
  • Apply the criteria for the diagnosis of EKG changes associated with pathophysiology

EKG Interpretation Seminar

Diagnostic Skills for Myocardial Ischemia, Injury, Infarction, Axis Deviation, Bundle Branch Blocks, and Fascicular Blocks

  0730 Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
  0755 Welcome
NWAS Staff
 
  0800 Cardinal Concepts for Accurate EKG Interpretation: Part I
    • Discuss established guidelines/recommendations for obtaining a 12-lead EKG    
    • Describe relevant cardiac anatomy as it relates to EKG interpretation and the clinical significance of waveform, interval, segment identification, along with graph paper parameters    
  0900 Cardinal Concepts for Accurate EKG Interpretation: Part II
    • Describe the EKG lead system, dipole concept, and the significance of being able to predict the normal morphology of EKG waveforms in each EKG lead    
    • Describe how the grouping of EKG leads (e.g., II, III, aVF) may provide insight to the anatomical location of myocardial ischemia/injury and infarction    
  1000 Break
  1015 Clinical Guidelines for Diagnosing T Wave and ST Segment Changes
    • Describe the current American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association criteria for assessing EKG evidence of myocardial ischemia/injury    
    • Describe the correct technique and indications for adjusting bedside EKG software parameters for continuous computerized ST segment analysis (e.g., Iso point, ST point, frequency bandwidth, gain setting)    
  1115 Decision Algorithm for EKG Lead Selection Including True Chest Leads versus Modified Chest Leads
    • Describe the current recommendations for optimal EKG lead selection for monitoring patients at risk for myocardial ischemia and/or injury    
    • Discuss acceptable variations for EKG lead placement and how to configure modified chest leads and the derived 12-lead EKG    
  1215 Lunch (On your own)
  1315 Diagnostic Criteria for Myocardial Infarction
    • Identify EKG criteria for myocardial infarction    
    • Recognize the potential value in using biomarkers in the differential diagnosis of myocardial infarction    
  1415 Practice EKG Interpretation: Part I
    • Describe a systematic approach for interpreting 12-lead EKGs    
    • Identify EKG criteria for myocardial ischemia, injury, and infarction
  1515 Break
  1530 Diagnostic Criteria and Clinical Implications for Axis Deviation, Bundle Branch Blocks, and Fascicular Blocks
    • Identify EKG evidence of axis deviation, bundle branch blocks and fascicular blocks    
    • Describe the clinical implications of axis deviation, bundle branch blocks and fascicular blocks    
  1630 Practice EKG Interpretation: Part II
    • Describe a systematic approach for interpreting 12-lead EKGs    
   
  • • Diagnose faculty presented EKG rhythm strips and 12-lead EKGs, reviewing the criteria by which each is identified
   
  1730 Adjourn
   
8 CME / 8 Class A CE
 
Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only.

FACULTY

Mark A. Kossick, DNSc, CRNA, APN
Tenured Full Professor
School of Nursing, College of Health and Human Sciences
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, North Carolina

ACCREDITATION

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of The A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education of Baylor Scott & White Health and Northwest Anesthesia Seminars. The A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education of Baylor Scott & White Health is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education of Baylor Scott & White Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 8 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Board of Anesthesiology: CME credit will be sent directly to The American Board of Anesthesiology to fulfill the Part 2 requirement for the Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology Program (MOCA®).

Canadian Physicians: This activity is eligible for Section 1 credits in the Royal College’s Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Program. Participants must log into MAINPORT to claim this activity.

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists: This program has been prior approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology for 8 Class A CE credits; Code Number 1041520; Expiration Date 11/14/2022.

Nurse Practitioners: The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Program (AANPCP) and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accept CME from organizations accredited by the ACCME.

Osteopathic Physicians: This program is eligible for Category 2 credit with the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).

Physician Assistants: The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 8 hours of Category I credit for completing this program.

Registered Nurses: NWAS is an approved provider for the following state nursing boards: Arkansas State Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), California Board of Registered Nursing (Provider Number 4833), District of Columbia Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), Florida Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), Georgia Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), and the South Carolina Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480). This program offers 8 contact hours.

COURSE DIRECTOR

Mark Murphy, MD, MSN Education, Treasure Island, Florida, Medical Director Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, Pasco, Washington

SCHEDULE AND FACULTY CHANGES

Factors beyond our control sometimes necessitate changes in the schedule and faculty. If time permits, we will inform all registrants of any changes prior to the program. Changes on site due to local conditions will be announced in class.

COURSE CANCELLATION BY PROVIDER

We reserve the right to cancel a course for any reason. In such case, a minimum of 30 days notice will be given to those registered and 100% of tuition paid will be refunded. NWAS and NW-WWT will not be responsible for any non-refundable airfare, hotel, or other liabilities you may incur. We highly recommend purchase of travel insurance.

COURSE CANCELLATION FEE

$100 60-30 days prior to course. No refund inside 30 days; however, 50% of tuition paid may be applied toward tuition for another NWAS program within the next 12 months. Cancellation must be made in writing.

We have a block of rooms for seminar participants. Once this block is sold, rooms are on availability only and may be at a higher rate.

FAP (Frequent Attendee Points)

FAP lets you accumulate points based on dollars spent with NWAS including net hotel* and tuition booked through NWAS (but not air). Once you have enough points to cover a full tuition they can be redeemed for tuition (no cash value). A great program to reward you for supporting NWAS! Click here for more information.

*Effective January 1, 2023, net hotel will no longer be included in FAP calculations.

Lecture notes will be provided via download in PDF format.

You must sign-in every day you attend to receive credit.

While we strive for accuracy at all times with our published information, we cannot be responsible for typographical and other errors.

Please note that children and non-registered guests are not allowed to attend the lectures.

EARLY REGISTRATION A MUST

We recommend that you register early to assure your spot. We reserve the right to close registrations to a course at any time without notice. We may not be able to accommodate onsite registrations.