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Laboratory Preparedness Training

Web-based Audioconferences:
Each on-line audioconference consists of a pre-recorded audiofile of a previous live broadcast and handout materials in a downloadable format.

Target Audience:
Laboratorians preparing for their own inspection. Discover how to:

  • Expand your knowledge of methods of compliance
  • Implement areas for improvement

Program Level: Basic - Intermediate. Prior working knowledge of the CAP inspection process and Checklist content is recommended.

Deficiency Case Studies
Paul Bachner, MD, FCAP
February 16, 2005
Objectives:

  • Recognize compliance with checklist requirements in various case studies
  • Describe how to document a deficiency on the inspector's summation report
  • Interpret the intent of checklist items and evaluate laboratory compliance to determine when to cite a deficiency vs. give a recommendation
  • Identify when it would and would not be appropriate to correct a deficiency during the on-site inspection

Preparing Inspection Documentation
Desiree Carlson, MD, FCAP
June 16, 2004
Objectives:

  • Identify key types of documentation required to demonstrate compliance
  • Develop a documentation organization system that will facilitate the inspection process

What to do with PT Failures
Gerald Hoeltge, MD
April 14, 2004
Objectives:

  • Identify critical performance indicators on PT provider's reports, such as the CAP Survey Participant Summary Report
  • Describe investigative techniques to determine causes of poor PT performance
  • Select appropriate corrective actions to minimize or prevent reoccurrence
  • Analyze poor PT performance and incorporate solutions into the QI program

Reviewing Laboratory Procedures and Records (policies, PT, QC, maintenance, etc.)
Gregory Gagnon, MD, FCAP
November 12, 2003
Objectives:

  • Summarize Reviewing Laboratory Procedures and Records (policies, PT, QC, maintenance, etc.)
  • Identify frequently cited deficiencies related to Reviewing Laboratory Procedures and Records
  • Discuss frequently asked questions about Reviewing Laboratory Procedures and Records

Solutions for the Most Common Deficiencies
Thomas Ruhlen, MD, FCAP
September 13, 2000
Objectives:

  • To learn about the most common laboratory deficiencies
  • To determine correction strategies for common deficiencies
  • To explore discipline-specific deficiencies
 

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