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SCHEDULE of EvENTS (continued)

TuESday, July 2 (continued)
BREAKOUT SESSIONS 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM Williford C Room
1926 Characteristics of Professionalism
1923 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM Marquette Room in Healthcare
Name That Organism Presented by Kathryn Webster; Deborah Johnson;
Presented by Taffy Durfee, MT; Chris Seay, MT; Meridee VanDraska; and Dr. Beverly Barham
Randy Swopes, MT; Jerry Hudgins, MT; Professionalism is a moving target that can have many different
T. J. Weatherly, MT; Ken Hawker, MT; and definitions, but what does it mean? It is often defined in terms
Charles Baker, MT of characteristics such as attitude, reliability, and trustworthi-
ness. However, in healthcare fields, there is an extra dimension
This fun and interactive session will help you to learn to iden- to professionalism due to the vulnerability of our patients. In this
tify organisms by their descriptions in a new and exciting way. presentation we will explore the main characteristics of profes-
‘Contestants’ will be chosen to compete in a contest with six sionalism, how these characteristics may differ within healthcare
guest speakers that try to sharpen your skills of the most com- related fields, and ways in which we demonstrate our profes-
mon microorganisms seen in the healthcare lab. Prizes will be sionalism to those outside of our fields.
given.
Leadership & Professional Development Track
Laboratory Track
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM 8th Street South
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM Williford A Room Delegate Credentialing
1924 Hypertension: Diagnosis and Treatment
of This Common Condition
1:30 – 3:00 PM
Presented by Anna Jannak, RN, MSN Committee Meetings
Hypertension, “the silent killer” is a preventable contributor to • Convention and Mentors Committee (Waldorf)
death and disease leading to heart disease, stroke, and kid- • Membership Committee (Marquette)
ney failure when not detected early and treated appropriately.
Patients with comorbidities are at higher risk for death and dis- • Nominating Committee (Williford C)
ease related to high blood pressure. Hypertension is very rarely • Student Activities Committee (Joliet)
presented with symptoms, so properly detecting hypertension • Publications and Electronic Media Committee (Williford A)
is vital for optimal patient outcomes. Based on current guide- • Government Affairs Committee (Williford B)
lines, this session will provide allied health professionals with
information regarding diagnostic tests and techniques, current • Scientific/Speakers Committee (Boulevard C)
treatment options, and tips and tricks for working with this pa-
tient population. Topics include proper techniques for taking a 3:00 – 3:30 PM Normandie Lounge
blood pressure, ‘white coat syndrome” and what to do about Attendee Refreshment Break
it, patient teaching about diet and exercise, and commonly pre-
scribed drugs. 3:30 – 5:00 PM Grand Ballroom
Medical Assisting Track Meet the Candidates & Resolutions
Committee Presentation
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM Williford B Room
1925 Pre-Analytical Specimen Quality: AWARDS BANqUET
Closing the Gap in Quality Laboratory Testing Continental Ballroom ABC
Presented by Margaret 6:00 PM Cocktail Hour
Blaetz, CLC, MLT(AMT), 7:00 PM Banquet
CCCP(AAPOL), MLT(ASCP)
8:00 PM Convocation
Assessment of laboratory quality is broken
down into four phases: general, pre- Ticketed Event
analytical, analytical, and post-analytical.
While the laboratory has control over
the general and analytical portions, pre-
analytical and post-analytical quality is
often outside of their hands. Pre-analytical specimen integrity
is critical to the result reported by the laboratory. The labora-
tory must have processes in place to educate the customer on
specimen collection, specimen storage and specimen trans-
port. The laboratory must also have processes in place to
identify when to reject specimens based on improper collec-
tion, storage and/or transport, and to communicate back to the
customer in a manner which will provide education for improved
specimen quality.
Other Allied Professions Track

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