Course Description
This program is designed to help participants understand the frequency and cost of medical errors; the use of a root cause analysis and safety procedures to reduce or prevent medical errors; recognize the importance of competence and effective self-care in the avoidance of medical errors; demonstrate the effective management of suicidal risk; articulate the importance of maintaining appropriate boundaries to reduce the risk of medical errors; and avoid misdiagnosis by identifying medical problems that present as psychological symptoms.
2 medical errors CE credits/hours, 20 questions
Target Audience
Psychologists | School Psychologists | Marriage & Family Therapists | Mental Health Counselors | Social Workers
Learning Level
Intermediate
Learning Objectives
- Discuss the use of root cause analysis and procedures to reduce or prevent medical errors and patient safety.
- Recognize the importance of competence and effective self-care in the avoidance of medical errors.
- Demonstrate the effective management of suicidal risk.
- Articulate the importance of maintaining appropriate boundaries to reduce the risk of medical errors.
- Avoid misdiagnosis by identifying medical problems that present as psychological symptoms.

Terry S. Proeger, PhD
Course curriculum
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1
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Statement of Understanding (downloadable/printable)
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2
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PDF Booklet (downloadable/printable)
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3
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"Medical Error Prevention for Mental Health Professions: Important Issues" - Final Exam Questions (downloadable/printable)
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Final Exam
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4
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Evaluation Questionnaire
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