244 - We Will Survive! One Units Story of Recovery Following a Patient Suicide

This session reviews the statistics surrounding med-surg patients with psychiatric diagnoses and some strategies that support quality care. One tragic case scenario is shared highlighting the steps taken to continue to promote patient safety and to support the physical and emotional well-being of the unique care team best suited to treat these patients.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information

Contact hours available until 9/16/2020.

Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Conferences Committee Disclosures: There are no disclosures to declare.

Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure: There are no disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or corporate sponsorship was received.

Accreditation Statement:
This session is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN).

Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nurses, Provider Number CEP 5387.

Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will be knowledgeable about increasing suicide rates in America, including the hospital environment, and understand the need for suicide screening and intervention even with very subtle changes in the patient's mental and emotional condition.