| | | NHF12-222 | | Camp Nursing: Heigh-Ho, Heigh-Ho, It’s Off to Camp We Go Speakers: Jennifer Meldau, MSRN, CPNP; Madeline Cantini, BSN, RN, CCRC; Jim Munn, RN, MS; Moderator: Ellen White, RN, MSN This session focuses on the role of the HTC nurse in the camp setting. After a brief discussion of the history and types of camps offered for those with bleeding disorders, the speakers focus on the following: health center guidelines developed for camps serving those with bleeding disorders; ways to address campers' other co-morbidities besides their bleeding diatheses; and the benefits to both the HTC nurse and the camper in this type of setting. We also discuss the importance of self-infusion teaching and ways to accomplish this at camp, the importance of teaching within the camp setting, how other health-related topics that support the care of children with bleeding disorders can be incorporated at camp, and ways to make the learning experience fun. | | MP3 | | $10.00 | | $10.00 | |
| | | NHF12-117 | | Do I Have to Be on the Team? Benefits and Challenges of Sports Participation Speakers: Jeffrey Kallberg, PT This session is geared toward families of children with bleeding disorders and teens who have either chosen to participate in sports or who have chosen a different interest, such as music or art. We discuss the physical pros and cons of sports and the psychological pros and cons of belonging to a team, including choosing not to participate. | | MP3 | | $10.00 | | $10.00 | |
| | | NHF12-110 | | Head, Shoulders, Knees & Toes: Pros and Cons of Protective Devices Speakers: Kristen Jaworski, RN, BSN, CCRC In this session, we discuss safety equipment for daily activities for children with bleeding disorders and the ability of safety measures to ultimately prevent bleeding episodes. We focus on the pros and cons of protective equipment and how to make the best decisions for your family using MedicAlert® guidelines. How important is MedicAlert identification? What is the best safety plan for your child? Can bleeds be prevented? Listen and find out! Audio CDs: 1 | | Audio CD | | $12.00 | | $12.00 | |
