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Managing Risks In The Digital Age
Sandra Strickland, RN, MSN, LHRM, CPHRM


Some in the health care community have viewed electronic records, social media and electronic communication as disruptive and have been reluctant to adopt the technology. But electronic records and communication are not trends or fads — they are a revolution that is changing the world. This program will address the evolving risks and benefits associated with electronic records, social media and electronic communication and will provide risk tips to mitigate potential liability.

Learning objectives:
Participants will be able to:

• Describe three benefits and potential risk exposures associated with electronic transmissions in healthcare.
• Identify three HIPAA privacy issues related specifically to electronic media.
• Apply risk management strategies for reducing liability associated with electronic communications.