P12: Preventing Medication Errors
Course Overview
CE Hours
3 CE Credits
Course Description
The course deals with the prevention of medication errors as part of medical errors. Medication errors are usually the largest part of medical errors. Prevention is discussed in the framework of patient safety. It lists and discusses the types of medication errors that are common in health-care settings. The various ways to prevent medication errors are listed and explained. In order to evaluate and reduce medication errors, a well designed reporting system is required.
Course Learning Objectives
At the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Distinguish the common types of medical errors and how they can be prevented
- Describe how to improve patient safety through the various procedures, protocols and policies that impact patients
- List the common medication errors that can make a medical setting unsafe for patients
- Discuss the prevention of medication errors in various settings for different populations
- Evaluate the various reporting systems and approaches that deal with medication errors
Course Format and Faculty
Course Format:
Online linked resources and lectures available anytime, 24/7. Includes one multiple-choice exam taken at the end of the course. A passing grade of 75% is required. Upon passing, learners may print their certificate immediately.
Course Developers and Instructors:
R. Klimes, PhD, MPH (Johns Hopkins University) is a scholar and author in health-related research, health behaviors, ethics, end-of-life care, and overall wellness. He has written numerous research reports and books and has held academic and leadership roles in higher education and public health internationally.
Course Time:
Approximately 3 hours for online study, test taking, course evaluation feedback, and certificate printing.
