30th High Risk Emergency Medicine

30th High Risk Emergency Medicine is organized by Center for Emergency Medical Education (CEME).

Course opens: 11/15/2019
Course expires: 11/15/2022

Description:
Using actual case analysis and a review of the medical literature, this CME course identifies the critical components of the history, physical exam, and data collection process that are critical to assuring a well-supported evaluation, treatment, and disposition. Important principles in communication, documentation, medical-legal strategies, and EMTALA compliance are discussed to help participants develop an effective Emergency Department Risk Management Program.

The Thirtieth Annual Edition of this emergency medicine CME course has been revised to include the most recent, relevant literature, malpractice, and EMTALA cases. Participants will also receive a comprehensive Risk Management syllabus and annotated bibliography that features practical management recommendations for reducing risk while providing high-quality patient care.

Learning Objectives:
After completing this CME course, participants should be able to:
• Review current medical literature and analyze actual emergency medicine malpractice cases to improve patient outcomes and avoid malpractice claims.
• Identify the critical components of the history, physical exam, and data collection process that are critical to assuring a well-supported evaluation, treatment, and disposition of Emergency Department patients.
• Develop an effective Emergency Department Risk Management program.