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Medical liability suits are rarely the result of one error, but rather a cascade or system of factors that lead to multiple errors.
Course objectives
Upon completion of this course, the participant should be able to:
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recognize practical strategies to increase patient safety, avoid litigation, and enhance defensibility in the event of a lawsuit;
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discuss the importance of practice protocols for tracking and review of diagnostic test results;
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identify tactics to avoid medication errors; and
- explain how complete medical records and good documentation techniques can help prevent medical liability claims.
CME credit statement
The Texas Medical Liability Trust designates this enduring material for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM and 1 credit in medical ethics and/or professional responsibility.
Please note that this CME activity does not meet TMLT's discount criteria. Physicians completing this CME activity will not receive a premium discount.
