Activity ID
2199Expires
February 9, 2025Format Type
InternetCME Credit
1Fee
$0-$50CME Provider: Louisiana Medical Mutual Insurance Company (LAMMICO)
Description of CME Course
Handoffs in anesthesiology are very variable and can easily lead to errors, complications and even deaths. This CME module will define the parameters important for safe anesthesia handoffs. Anesthesiologists and CRNAs will understand the different checklists and mnemonics that can be implemented for effective handoff communications.
Diplomate Engagement
Correct answers to the post-test; Comparative performance to peers; Recommended literature or other resources (presentations, audio/video, checklists, etc.); Post activity follow up
ABMS Member Board Approvals by Type
ABMS Lifelong Learning CME Activity
Anesthesiology
Commercial Support?
NoNOTE: If a Member Board has not deemed this activity for MOC approval as an accredited CME activity, this activity may count toward an ABMS Member Board’s general CME requirement. Please refer directly to your Member Board’s MOC Part II Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment Program Requirements.
Educational Objectives
Define anesthesia handoff communication and its role in healthcare practice today.
Evaluate the parameters, mnemonics and checklists available for effective anesthesia handoff communications.
Implement a framework for establishing better handoff communications in your organization.
Keywords
Signoffs, Transfer of Care, Handoffs, Mnemonics, Patient Safety, Communication
Competencies
Interpersonal & Communication Skills, Practice-based Learning & Improvement, Professionalism, Systems-based Practice
CME Credit Type
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
Practice Setting
Inpatient, Outpatient, Rural, Urban
National Quality Strategies and/or Quadruple Aim Care Processes
Communication Skills, Patient Safety/Medical Errors, Evidence Based Practice, Evaluation of Clinical Performance
