Evaluating and Treating the Suicidal Patient

Evaluating and Treating the Suicidal Patient is organized by Texas Medical Liability Trust (TMLT).

Release Date: Mar 29, 2019
Expiration Date: Mar 29, 2022

Target Audience:
This one hour activity is intended for physicians of all specialties who are interested in practical ways to reduce the potential for malpractice liability.

Credit(s):
• 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ (Internet Enduring)
• 1 Medical Ethics and/or Professional Responsibility

Description:
This activity explores the topic of suicide, particularly risk management considerations and legal implications for physicians and health care providers treating potentially suicidal patients.

Categories: Risk Management, CME, Medical Ethics, Mental Health, Patient Safety, Professional Responsibility, The Reporter

Course Objectives:
• Upon completion of this course, the participant should be able to:
• describe national statistics on suicide;
• Identify risk factors for suicide;
• List screening techniques for patients who may have suicidal ideation;
• Create a safety plan with a suicidal patient; and
• Discuss the importance of documentation when treating suicidal patients.

Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.