Preventing Medical Errors in Nutrition & Dietetics

Catherine Christie, PhD; Susan Mitchell, PhD

$29.00

CE Credit Hours : 2

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Course Abstract

Preventing Medical Errors in Nutrition & Dietetics is a 2-hour online continuing education (CE/CEU) course that addresses the impact of medical errors on today’s healthcare with a focus on root cause analysis, error reduction and prevention, and patient safety in the practice of nutrition and dietetics.

The course highlights the importance of critical thinking in assessment and planning and discusses health literacy, cultural competence, links between ethics and medical errors, centrality of evidence-based practice, distinguishing science from pseudoscience and improving communication skills.

This course satisfies the requirements of the Florida State Legislature mandating a 2-hour course relating to the prevention of medical errors as part of the licensure and renewal process for health professionals.

Course #21-51 | 2021 | 35 pages | 15 posttest questions

Learning Objectives

1. Define what medical errors are and list ten examples
2. Distinguish between human error and system failure
3. Identify three communication errors that can lead to medical errors
4. List ten criteria for distinguishing between scientific and pseudoscientific treatment claims
5. Describe the root cause analysis process of identifying and analyzing errors to prevent reoccurrence
6. Explain five strategies nutrition professionals can use to prevent medical errors

Course Directions

This online course provides instant access to the course materials (PDF download) and CE test. The course is text-based (reading) and the CE test is open-book (you can print the test to mark your answers on it while reading the course document).

Successful completion of this course involves passing an online test (80% required, 3 chances to take) and we ask that you also complete a brief course evaluation.

About the Author(s)

Catherine Christie, PhD : Find out More

Catherine Christie, PhD, RDN, LDN, FADA, FAND, is Vice President of Professional Development Resources. She is a Past President of the Florida Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Cathy is co-author of four books including The Latino Food Lover’s Glossary, Fat is Not Your Fate, Eat to Stay Young and I’d Kill for a Cookie. Dr. Christie is also Editor of the Manual of Medical Nutrition Therapy. A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Fellow of the Preventative Cardiovascular Nurses Association and Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Dr. Christie earned her PhD from Florida State University and served for six years as the Chairman of the Dietetics and Nutrition Council, which regulates the nutrition profession in the state of Florida. Dr. Christie is the recipient of several awards and/or certifications including Florida’s Distinguished Dietitian, Florida Dietetic Association Outstanding Service Award, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Outstanding Dietetic Educator Award, and the Excellence in Practice Award for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics.

Disclosure

Financial: Receives a salary from Professional Development Resources, Inc.
Nonfinancial: No relevant nonfinancial relationships exist.

Susan Mitchell, PhD : Find out More

Susan Mitchell, PhD, RDN, LDN, FAND, is a nutrition consultant in digital and traditional media and communicates evidence-based health messages thru social media, radio, TV, video, and print. She also provides continuing education for health professionals through speaking, webinars and written articles/courses. Along with Dr. Christie, Dr. Mitchell is co-author of three books, Fat is Not Your Fate, I’d Kill for a Cookie, and Eat to Stay Young and is a contributing author to Macmillan Reference USA’s Nutrition and Well-Being A to Z. A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and Distinguished Florida Dietitian, Dr. Mitchell earned her Ph.D. from the University of Tennessee and taught nutrition and health science at the University of Central Florida for over 8 years. She serves on the University of North Florida’s Department of Nutrition & Dietetics Advisory Committee and the advisory board of Family Circle magazine. Drs. Christie and Mitchell have taught the Preventing Medical Errors in Dietetics Practice 2-hour course for over six years at the annual Florida Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics meeting.

Disclosure

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Financial: Receives a commission on sales of this course from Professional Development Resources, Inc.
Nonfinancial: No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.

CE Information

Nutrition and Dietetics

Preventing Medical Errors in Nutrition & Dietetics awards 2 CPEUs in accordance with the Commission on Dietetic Registration’s CPEU Prior Approval Program. Professional Development Resources is also a provider with the Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition and is CE Broker compliant (#50-1635 - all courses are reported within two business days of completion).

Download CDR's Critical Thinking Tool - CDR credentialed practitioners must complete and save this form and the certificate of completion should they ever be audited. Failure to include both certificate and completed tool will result in a failed audit and loss of CPE credit. Feedback about the quality of the activity can be sent directly to CDR: QualityCPE@eatright.org

Customer Testimonials

S.C. (ND)

Very informative course. I would recommend it to my colleagues.

B.K. (ND)

Very interesting but can be overwhelming, especially in today’s world. It really makes you stop and think, literally. In these days you really have to choose your words and actions very carefully.

K.N. (ND)

Thorough and comprehensive education experience. Thank you.

B.J. (ND)

Much easier to understand than past sessions. The examples throughout the text helped in understanding the concept. Kept your attention.

K.C. (ND)

This was a well-written and informative course.

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N.A. (ND)

I was really amazed at how much new information was added to this program since I took it 2 years ago for FL state licensure requirements. You did a great job with the additions, but I will say that test was not easy. You really have to spend time reading! Thank you for making it interesting & affordable.

P.K. (ND)

As always, PDR delivers satisfaction and up to date materials. Always reliable on meeting my needs - easily and timely. Thanks for being there for me (us). Keep up the great work - all of you!

A.P. (ND)

Thank you for this complete and concise course for my license renewal!

D.E. (ND)

Well written course on an excellent topic. It is nice to have the course updated every licensure cycle, as this is a convenient way to meet the CE requirement and the information remains relevant & maintains the reader's interest. Thank you.

K.R. (ND)

Keeping all the examples and case studies relevant to the dietitian field made this course more interesting.

D.C. (ND)

Good content on root cause analysis

K.G. (ND)

Very helpful and gave me some ideas on how to handle medical errors in general.

O.P. (ND)

Very useful course to define key words and definitions useful to my practice.

J.C. (ND)

I always take my medical errors from your company and learn something new and useful every time.

J.A. (ND)

A great review of medical issues and presented in an excellent format.

E.J. (ND)

The program was good in that it focused on dietitians. The style was engaging and informative.

K.V. (ND)

This has always been a good course. I'm mostly retired but within the context of 'contract' work, all concepts still apply. Thanks!

K.K. (ND)

Very good update. Case studies are helpful.

C.K. (ND)

I like that the course is updated each renewal period and is more related to Nutrition professionals. Thank you.

E.A. (ND)

Thank you for helping me get through my licensure requirement effectively & informatively!

J.M. (ND)

Good examples and case studies. Feels relevant, not just process participation.

K.T. (ND)

I think this was an easy to follow set up. I love how the definitions are easy to find and reference.

N.J. (ND)

Really informative course. Liked the dietetics angle of the course and all the links provided…and handouts. I plan on using providing some info to my staff

The section on communication and reflective listening was very helpful.

Very helpful and gave me some ideas on how to handle medical errors in general.

Preventing Medical Errors in Nutrition & Dietetics

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About the Author(s)

Catherine Christie, PhD : Find out More

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Susan Mitchell, PhD : Find out More

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Preventing Medical Errors in Nutrition & Dietetics

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About the Author(s)

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Susan Mitchell, PhD : Find out More

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