Contributors:
- Debra A. Gray, MSN, RN
- Tamara Karlin, RN, LNCC
- Cynthia Mascarenhas, RN, LNCC
- Marjorie B. Pugatch, RN, MA, LNCC, EMT-B
Description: Litigation documents filled with legal terms can be daunting for LNCs. This module has been tailored specifically for legal nurse consultants who routinely read and interpret legal documents. A firm understanding of medical legal terms will enhance the LNCs comprehension of the medico-legal process and help decipher legal documents in their work as a legal nurse consultant.
Target Audience: RNs interested in learning more about legal nurse consulting
Learning Outcome: At the conclusion of the educational activity, participants will gain the knowledge of legal terminology used in medical malpractice claims.
Continuing Education: The American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Contact hours: 0.75
Expiration Date: October 1, 2024
Successful Completion:
- Complete the module
- Obtain a score of at least 80% on the module post-test
- Complete on-line evaluation and attestation of completion
Conflict of Interest: The planners and faculty for this activity report no conflict of interest with the development and presentation of this course.
Price: Members $32/Non-Members $55