IHP 605

Error Science, Risk Assess & Disclosures (online)

This course focuses on error theory and systems thinking as well as methods for risk assessment and safety improvement, including high-risk contexts for error occurrence. Students will be introduced to what is currently known about effective methods for error disclosure. Students will develop proficiency with patient safety risk assessment and improvement methods, principles of safe system design, apology and related patient safety priorities. The course includes a discussion of the legal issues prevalent in the current health care environment.

Units: 3.0