The CPSO exam addresses real world topics across the spectrum of patient safety issues including culture, communication, clinical issues, patient safety history, patient care challenges, organizational risks, process improvement, reliability concepts, leadership, environmental safety, emergency management, environment of care issues, occupational safety impacting patient care, pandemics, and personal protective equipment.
Certifying Organization
International Board for Certification of Safety Managers
Suggested because Certified Patient Safety Officer applies to Medical and Health Services Managers. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
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