2025 Risk Management Programs
INFECTION CONTROL
Lori Serna Pate, RDH
Meeting the infection control needs of every dental practice should not be an overwhelming process, now with SARS-Co V-2 it can be more challenging. An understanding of the applicable laws, prevention techniques and a common-sense approach can produce a simple, effective, ongoing program that protects the patients 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. The 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 CDC Infection Control Survey Checklist
- Management of SARS-Co V-2 in the dental setting
- Understand the compliance process for infection control compliance
- List methods to protect patients, staff and family members
- Prepare a post-exposure protocol based on current infectious disease tests and treatments
- Recognize employer and employee compliance responsibilities
DENTAL "CASE CLOSED"
Authored by staff of Professionals Advocate’s Risk Management Department
The importance of good record keeping in these litigious times cannot be understated. Poor or non-existent documentation can result in patient safety issues, as well as make the defensibility of any potential lawsuit problematic. This online course will review the principles of good documentation and offer some practical tips to help reduce your liability risk.
Objectives
- Identify weaknesses in the dental record that can result in miscommunication and poor patient outcomes
- Understand the role of the dental record as crucial evidence in dental malpractice litigation
- Understand the role of informed consent in the dental treatment process
- Recognize how strong documentation of the treatment plan and consent process can prevent litigation