Session Information
ASHRM 2009 Annual Conference & Exhibition
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Managing the Patient Experience for the Obese Patient
Track
:
Patient Safety
Program Code:
SU-05
Date:
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Time:
9:15 AM to 10:15 AM
EST
Location:
201
CO-PRESENTER
(S):
Geri Amori, PhD, ARM, CPHRM, DFASHRM, Vice President of the Education Center, The Risk Management and Patient Safety Institute Janelle Mickelson, RN, BSN, MSA, CPHRM, Clinical Risk Management and Patient Safety Specialist, The Risk Management and Patient Safety Institute
PRESENTER
:
Cynthia Siders, RN, MSN, CPHRM, DFASHRM, Senior Director, The Risk Management and Patient Safety Institute
Description
With obesity growing in prevalence, this presentation tackles facility preparedness and clinical risks with the obese patient. Speakers demonstrate the importance of healthcare team education and sensitivity training in care and communication. Unique risks for small and rural organizations including staffing, equipment and transport capabilities are covered.
LEARNER OUTCOMES:
- Ascertain skills to communicate effectively to enhance the care experience of the obese patient.
- Determine clinical risks associated with providing medical care to obese patients.
- Identify preparations required by a health care facility to provide care to obese patients.
This session is a part of:
Online CE Course
(Code: SU-05)
$39 USD - Your Price
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