Medical Error Prevention
Program Description
Few medical errors are attributed to faulty medical judgment but, rather, are attributed to system failures inherent in healthcare delivery. By drawing on professional liability closed claim data compiled by The Doctors Company, we have identified common performance and diagnostic errors—wrong-site surgery, surgical complications, cancer, neurologic/spine issues, cardiac/stroke issues, infectious/communicable diseases, pulmonary-related issues, and medication errors—that will serve as the focal point of this risk management course.
Loss prevention measures are analyzed in tandem with the elements necessary to conduct a credible and thorough root cause analysis in order to reduce system failures, respond to sentinel events, prevent medical errors, and improve patient safety. The purpose of this educational activity is to provide physicians with the most current information regarding the prevention of common performance and diagnostic errors. This monograph is specific to Florida statutes and reflects regulations effective March 2016.
Objectives
After completing this activity, learners will be able to:
- Identify two most common qualities of care violations
- Name four of the most prevalent diagnostic and performance errors
- Cite two necessary elements of a root cause analysis
- Create two risk management measures designed to prevent medical errors and increase patient safety
Disclosure
No individual in a position to control or influence the content of this activity has reported relevant financial relationships with commercial interests.
Faculty:
Robin Diamond, MSN, JD, RN, Senior Vice President, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company
Sandra Strickland, RN, MSN, LHRM, CPHRM, Assistant Vice President, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management, The Doctors Company
Susan Shepard, MSN, CPHRM, Senior Director, Patient Safety and Risk Management Education, The Doctors Company
Continuing Education Credit
The Doctors Company is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical educational activities for physicians.
The Doctors Company designates this enduring material activity for a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only those credit(s) commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The Doctors Company estimates two hours for completion of this course. A passing score of 80 percent or greater is required to successfully complete the activity and earn AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
| Course ID#: | TDE 16018.0 |
| Issue Date for This Activity: | 07/22/2016 |
| Expiration Date for This Activity: | 10/19/2016 |
Disclaimer
The information and guidelines contained in this enduring material activity are generalized and may not apply to all practice situations. The faculty recommends that legal advice be obtained from a qualified attorney for specific application to your practice. The information is intended for educational purposes and should be used as a reference guide only.
Complies with State Requirements
Washington - Random audit
Technical Requirements
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Contact CME
If you have questions, contact educationsupport@thedoctors.com or call (800) 421-2368, extension 1243.