Course Description
Course Description:
The purpose of this course is to provide licensed practitioners with information concerning the current state of medical errors, the impact of medical errors on the safety of patients, and the importance of establishing and working in a culture of safety. Contributing causes and types of medical errors are reviewed. Strategies to reduce or prevent medical errors, and improve patient outcomes, are presented. Methods to identify, analyze, and report medical errors are reviewed, populations at risk for medical errors are identified, and patient safety initiatives including education for the public and healthcare professionals are explored.
 Contact Hours: 2 |  |
 Target Audience: |
Instructional Level: Beginner |
BOC Level of Difficulty: Essential |
Accreditation Information:
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Course Goals & Objectives:
Course Goals:
The purpose of this course is to provide licensed practitioners with information concerning the current state of medical errors, the impact of medical errors on the safety of patients, and the importance of establishing and working in a culture of safety. Contributing causes and types of medical errors are reviewed. Strategies to reduce or prevent medical errors, and improve patient outcomes, are presented. Methods to identify, analyze, and report medical errors are reviewed, populations at risk for medical errors are identified, and patient safety initiatives including education for the public and healthcare professionals are explored.
Learning Outcomes:
After completing this course, the learner will be able to:
- Define common terminology inclusive in medical errors.
- Recognize factors that impact the occurrence of medical errors.
- Identify error-prone scenarios in healthcare settings.
- Recall processes to analyze, prevent, and/or reduce medical errors.
- Recognize safety needs of special patient populations.
Disclosures:
TEXT COURSES
Text courses are viewed on your web browser if the online version is purchased, or sent via mail if the physical copy is purchased.
Contact Hours: 2 contact hour in length (check your state’s approval status in the state-specific course catalog for your profession).
Target Audience: Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Trainers, Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapists, Massage Therapists
Criteria for Completion: Criteria for Completion: A score of 75% or more is considered passing. Scores of less than 75% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved.
Personnel Disclosure:
Financial- Elizabeth DeIuliis is employed and receives a salary. She receives payment from Colibri Healthcare, LLC for the presentation of this course.
Nonfinancial - no relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.
Content Disclosure: This course does not focus solely on any specific product or service
Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
Authors:
Elizabeth D. DeIuliis
Elizabeth D. DeIuliis, OTD, OTR/L has been an occupational therapist for over 18 years, with content expertise in adult physical disabilities and acute-care practice settings. Dr. DeIuliis attended Duquesne University and graduated with a master’s degree in occupational therapy in 2004. In December 2009, she completed a post-professional doctorate of occupational therapy degree at Chatham University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She continues to practice clinically on a per-diem basis at UPMC Shadyside Hospital within Centers of Rehab Services in Pittsburgh.
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