Be Prepared for October 1 MDS Changes Lunch and Learn Webinar Series, Part 4: MDS Changes to Sections H-Q and Other Appendix/Chapter Changes

September 13, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. CT

Register for Full Webinar Series

Location: Virtual

Content: This webinar will review changes made to the MDS Sections H, I, J, K, N, O, and Q as well as other appendix/chapter changes. This includes changes to item sets related to pain management, nutrition, high-risk drug classes, special treatments, and goal setting.

Objectives: At the completion of the training, the participant will be able to: 

1. Identify the changes to item sets in Sections H, I, J, K, N, O, and Q and other appendix/chapter changes of the MDS
2. Describe the changes to item sets in MDS Sections H, I, J, K, N, O, and Q and other appendix/chapter changes of the MDS
3. Deploy the changes to item sets in MDS Sections H, I, J, K, N, O, and Q and other appendix/chapter changes of the MDS

Audience: This program is appropriate for administrators, owners, directors, directors of nursing, MDS coordinators, nurses, social services, rehabilitation, dietary, and activities staff in skilled nursing facilities.

Facilitator: Kathy Sanders, RN, RAC-CT

Format: Virtual only. An internet connection is required. NHCA uses Zoom as the webinar platform. You may participate from any computer and most mobile devices that have internet access. However, to receive full credit, you must be logged into the Zoom app through your computer or mobile device. Visit zoom.us/test to test if your computer is ready for a Zoom session and to download the latest application. The audio portion of this webinar is run through the computer rather than a phone line. A computer with external speakers or headset is needed; a microphone and/or webcam is required. Questions for the instructor can be asked through chat and Q&A functions in the Zoom app. If you need technical assistance, please call 402-435-3551 or email [email protected]. 

Registration Information: Registration includes Part 4 of the six-part webinar series. To register for the full series, click here. If you wish to confirm your registration, call the NNFA/NALA office at 402-435-3551. 

CE Credit: 0.5 hours of continuing education are available for attending this webinar. Please defer to your licensing board or agency to ensure courses taken meet your license requirements.

Handouts: Prior to the program, registrants will receive an email with links to view the handouts. Webinar recordings will be made available following the completion of the series.

Evaluations: Please provide feedback on the course by completing the evaluation. A link to the online evaluation will be emailed to registrants.

Cancellation Policy: Substitution, cancellation, and refund policies can be found at this link.

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