Assessing and Managing Suicide Risk: Guidelines for Clinically Based Risk ManagementPatient suicide is an unavoidable occupational hazard of psychiatric practice. Indeed, it is the rare clinician who does not struggle, even agonize, over the complex task of assessing and managing the risk of suicide in patients. Patient suicides account for the greatest number of malpractice suits filed against psychiatrists and for the greatest number of settlements and verdicts covered by professional liability insurers. In this book, written by a clinician for clinicians, Dr. Simon, an established expert in psychiatry and law, offers A solid, easy-to-understand review of how medical malpractice law applies to patient suicides. He discusses the standards of care physicians must meet, the conditions associated with malpractice liability, and how best to minimize risks of litigation. Extensive references to peer-reviewed literature on suicide and recent malpractice cases, including those triggered by patient suicides, which give insight into the latest developments in both the scientific community and the courts. Much-needed practical advice, including advice on working with suicide risk assessments and suicide prevention contracts, on treating suicidal patients in various settings (outpatient, inpatient, collaborative, and emergency), and on coping with issues arising in the aftermath of a patient's suicide (documentation, confidentiality, and survivor care). Clearly defined risk management guidelines that will help clinicians avoid litigation or establish a sound legal defense if sued for malpractice. Numerous case examples that make the theoretical discussions and clinically based risk management guidelines that follow come alive. Rich in advice that draws on the author's more than 40 years of clinical experience, this book serves as an essential aid to clinicians. |
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... of arbiter regarding what constitutes best clinical practice . Best practice is often a moving target . It is , to a significant extent , xvii defined by the individual clinician based on training , knowledge Preface.
... individual cases . The law does not require the mental health professional to provide ideal , best practice or even good patient care . The clinician's legal duty is to provide ade- quate patient care . The book suggests guidelines for ...
... individuals who suffer financial or other loss because of the patient's death . Families may bring malpractice suits under the Federal Tort Claims Act if the decedent was employed by the United 2 Assessing and Managing Suicide Risk.
... individuals who seek help , the psychiatrist owes no duty of care to a prospective patient . A court will determine whether a psychiatrist - patient relation- ship existed if a malpractice suit is brought . A number of actions may be ...
Contents
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Discharge and Aftercare | 36 |
Partial Hospitalization Programs and Intensive | 79 |
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Emergency Psychiatric Services | 173 |
Documentation | 191 |
Index of Legal Cases and Statutes | 217 |
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