2024 Risk Management Programs
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WebinarFROM THEORY TO PRACTICE - INFECTION CONTROL AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE MADE SIMPLE
Presented by Lori Serna-Pate, RDH
Meeting the infection control needs of every dental practice should not be an overwhelming process. An understanding of the applicable laws, prevention techniques and a common-sense approach can produce a simple effective, ongoing program that protects patient and providers alike. A review of current research will provide a scientific basis for infection control policies. Understanding the required protocols and procedures that would be evaluated during a compliance inspection will be included. This course is designed to help satisfy the annual training requirement for MOSH compliance as well as provide infection control continuing education credits required for Maryland dental re-licensure.
Objectives
- List policies and protocols recommended in the CDC Infection Control Survey Checklist
- Understand the inspection process for infection control compliance
- List methods to protect patients and staff
- Prepare a post-exposure protocol based on current infectious disease tests and treatments
- Recognize employer and employee compliance responsibilities
ABUSE AND NEGLECT
Presented by Christine Wisnom, CDA, RN, BSN
This program will review the following topics: Maryland regulations regarding abuse and neglect; dramatic increase in the use of alcohol and drugs, resulting in escalating cases of abuse during the COVID-19 pandemic; signs, symptoms and oral manifestations of domestic abuse; timeframe, hotlines and required reporting forms will be presented. Screening questions are provided to enable practitioners to evaluate clients suspected or identified as suffering from abuse. This situation reinforces our legal and ethical responsibilities to our patients, the need to remain vigilant and the need to report suspected or identified cases of abuse and neglect.
Objectives
- Comprehend the ethical and legal guidelines for reporting abuse and neglect
- Understand the impact of COVI-19 on the escalating cases of abuse
- Incorporate the resources provided into their standard of care
- Increase their vigilance and reporting for suspected or identified cases of abuse and neglect.