Pre-Conference Workshops

Pre–Conference Workshops are integral parts of ACNP conferences. These workshops take place the day before the main ACNP conference.

Date: Wednesday 12 October 2022

Time: Varies for each workshop - please see description below

Format: In-person*

Venue: Novotel Sydney Brighton Beach

Cost: Varies for each workshop - please see description below

*Please note, the pre-conference workshops will not be available virtually

Just listening: alternatives in understanding emotional distress.

Presented by: Matthew Ball

Time: 9.15am - 4.15pm

Cost: $275 for members; $375 for non-members

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The workshop will provide an overview of the Just Listening model that has been successfully delivered as an alternative to emergency departments and other mental health services in SA. The Just Listening model provides an alternative way to be with individuals in emotional distress and incorporates modern non diagnostic frameworks. The workshop will introduce attendees to the following frameworks that make up the approach: - Power Threat Meaning Framework - Dissociachotic - Suicide Narratives - Emotional CPR In addition, the workshop will also provide opportunity to practice Just Listening approach, recognising the approach as a fundamental component of nursing within all advanced practice roles.

Prescribing & Pharmacology

Presented by: Jenny Gowan

Time: 10.00am - 5.00pm

Cost: $275 for members; $550 for non members

This workshop is SOLD OUT!

Prescribing and Pharmacology Workshop learning objectives:

Session 1 - Key issues & What’s new - Health Headlines - Digital Health - Risk Management - Legislation-scheduling changes - PBS - Evidence based prescribing and resources - Prescribing competencies - CPD

Session 2 - Practice Update Sessions - Asthma COPD and use of devices - Weight management medications

Session 3 - Case Studies - Your Questions - OTC, vitamins and minerals and some complementary meds - Polypharmacy case-deprescribing - Driving and medications

Contraceptive Implant (Implanon NXT) Insertion and Removal Training

Presented by: Family Planning NSW

Time: 1.30pm - 4.15pm

Cost: Complimentary for members only. $20 refundable booking deposit required, refunded within 10 business days after attending the event.

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The workshop will provide participants with up-to-date information based on current research and practices, and a chance to up skill. Contraceptive Implant (Implanon NXT) Insertion and Removal Training includes:

- Face to face session | 1 hour by Nurse Practitioner and Medical Officer education - Practical session, including demonstration of insertion/removal | 30 minutes

- Practice session by participants, using devices, simulated arms, set up, insertion and removal technique | 30 minutes

- Assessment of skill acquisition by Nurse Practitioner and Medical Officer education | 45 minute

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