Overview / Abstract: |
Outlines seven types of medical errors and the Florida laws related to them. Describes factors that increase the risk of committing a medical error and populations that are especially vulnerable to such errors. Presents five commonly used approaches that have been effective in reducing medical errors. |
Expiration |
Nov 01, 2022 |
Discipline(s) |
Nurse Practitioner , Nursing CNE, Occupational Therapy CE |
Format |
Online |
Cost |
$19.00 |
Credits / Hours |
2 contact hours |
Accreditation |
American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), California Board of Registered Nursing, Florida Board of Nursing, Florida Occupational Therapy Association, New York Physical Therapy Association |
Is This Activity Certified for "Live" Credit? |
YES |
Presenters / Authors / Faculty |
JoAnn O’Toole, RN, BSN, Susan Walters Schmid, PhD |
Activity Specialities / Related Topics |
Social Issues, Rehabilitation / Therapy, Pharmacology, Law / Legal, Government / Regulatory, Errors (Medication), Errors (Medical), Acute Care |
Sponsors / Supporters / Grant Providers |
None |
Keywords / Search Terms |
ATrain Education, medical, medication, errors, Florida law, Patient Safety Quality and Improvement Act, safety, risk reduction |