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Assisting Patients Ethically Amidst Medical Uncertainties

Assisting Patients Ethically Amidst Medical Uncertainties

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Course

Learn to navigate medical uncertainties with evidence-based practices and patient-centered care. This course offers interdisciplinary strategies to manage unpredictability, fostering resilience and ensuring patient trust in challenging scenarios.

Nationally & state accredited


Course Features

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Auto reporting toCPE Monitor
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What you'll learn

After completing this course, health professionals will be able to:

  1. Identify and discuss 2 prominent psychological theories that underlie medical decision making

  2. Distinguish between effective decisions and preference-sensitive decisions within the medical context and predict at least 3 factors associated with suboptimal healthcare decisions.

  3. Recognize 3 critical psychological constructs that underlie preference-sensitive decisions, along with the supporting empirical evidence from a range of disease models.

  4. Select and associate an evidence-based decision aid to facilitate preference-sensitive decisions and adaptation among patients challenged with medical uncertainty


Course description

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, professionals are frequently confronted with complex scenarios where definitive diagnoses or treatment plans remain elusive. This dynamic can result in heightened patient anxiety and a greater demand for effective communication, empathy, and guidance. This course equips participants with strategies to navigate these medical uncertainties, ensuring patient trust and satisfaction. Through an interdisciplinary approach, professionals will gain insights into the art of managing unpredictability, merging evidence-based practices with patient-centered care to cultivate resilience and maintain optimal outcomes in challenging circumstances.


Course content

  • Introduction

  • Underlying Medical Policy

    • Patient Rights in a Medical Context

  • Psychosocial Theoretical Framework

    • Information Processing and Self-Regulation Theory

    • Cognitive-Social Health Information Processing Model (C-SHIP)

  • Clinical Implications for the Patient

    • Expectations and Beliefs

    • Health-Related Values and Goals

    • Affect

  • Considerations Beyond the "Identified" Patient

  • Decision Aids/Interventions

  • Conclusion

  • References

  • Post-Test


Course details

CE Broker ID20-1101990
AGD Number386503
Activity TypeKnowledge-based

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Instructor

Dr. Rodoletz, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, had a 25-year association with Philadelphia’s Fox Chase Cancer Center (FCCC), a prominent cancer center. Her roles included Assistant Professor, Research Consultant, and adjunct faculty at Temple University School of Medicine. She was formerly Associate Director of FCCC’s Psychosocial and Behavioral Medicine Program. Her research covered various cancers, addressing stress, genetic testing ethics, adherence to health behaviors, psychotherapy, and psychological assessment. Alongside her role at HealthForum Online, she runs a private practice post her retirement from FCCC in 2020.


Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit


Accreditations

AchieveCE (50-20641) is an approved provider of continuing education by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling; the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board; and the West Virginia Board of Social Work; the Tennessee Board of Social Workers; the Michigan Board of Social Work. The Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board accepts approval from another states licensing board for counselors, social workers, marriage, and family therapists.


Frequently asked questions

How many CE credits does this course provide?

This course, "Assisting Patients Ethically Amidst Medical Uncertainties", provides 3 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Mental Health. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Which professions is this course approved for?

This course is especially relevant for: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Social Worker Intern, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Master Social Worker, Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Master's Social Work, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Registered Social Worker Assistant, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.

How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?

Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker and CPE Monitor upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

How long do I have to complete this course?

You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.


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Dawn O.Nutritionist
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.

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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
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Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!

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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.

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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
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I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.

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Requirements & disclosures

Passing Grade

Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection


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