Preventing Medical Errors & Improving Patient Safety

Leo Christie, PhD; Catherine Christie, PhD; Susan Mitchell,

PhD
CE Credit: 2 Hours
Target Audience: Occupational Therapy
Learning Level: Intermediate
Course Type: Online

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This course addresses the impact of medical errors on todays
healthcare with a focus on root cause analysis, error reduction and prevention, and patient safety. It
satisfies the requirements of the Florida State Legislature mandating a 2-hour course relating to the
prevention of medical errors as part of the licensure and renewal process for health professionals.
Included is information and tips on improving health literacy, growing health consumerism,
distinguishing scientific from pseudoscientific treatment claims and improving communication with
patients. Printable handouts, a glossary and online resources are provided.
Course #20-81 | 2014 | 29 pages | 15 posttest questions









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