Spring 2025 APRN Pharmacology Series
The Treatment of Major Depression and Co-Morbid Mental Health Conditions in an Aging Population
Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 8:30 am – 10:45 am
Cost: ANA-Ohio Members – Free
Non-Members – $25.00
Contact Hours: 1.0 Category A
Presenter: Jeffrey L. Goodrich, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Hopewell Health Centers, Inc – Adjunct Professor School of Nursing – Ohio University
Session Description: The treatment of major depression in the aging population, especially with other mental health conditions like anxiety, cognitive decline, or substance use disorders, requires a comprehensive and individualized approach. Older adults may respond differently to antidepressants due to age-related changes in metabolism, interactions with other medications, and physical health concerns, often complemented by lifestyle interventions like exercise, social engagement, and proper sleep hygiene. Utilizing a holistic approach will help to improve overall well-being and enhance the quality of life.
Accreditation Statement: ANA-Ohio is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Enhancing End of Life Care
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 | 7:00 pm
Cost: ANA-Ohio Members – Free
Non-Members – $25.00
Contact Hours: 1.0 Category A
Presenter: Camille Leadingham DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, CNE
Session Description: Session provides a discussion of End-of-Life (EOL) care management and interventions to promote a peaceful death. Featured discussions include role of both palliative and hospice care; patient goals versus caregiver goals and facilitating difficult family discussions. Review of effective medications to manage pain, dyspnea, agitation and delirium will be discussed along with patient requested withdrawals of care.
Accreditation Statement: ANA-Ohio is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
