2026 Improving Preparedness in Psychiatric Emergencies

1. By the end of the course, learners will identify at least three early behavioral or verbal signs of patient agitation that may indicate escalation and the need for timely verbal deescalation.
2. By the end of the course, learners will demonstrate at least three evidencebased verbal deescalation strategies during a simulated patient encounter to reduce agitation and support patient safety without immediate use of restraints.
3. By the end of the course, learners will demonstrate effective interprofessional communication and collaboration during a simulated agitated patient encounter by using verbal deescalation strategies and clearly communicating roles, concerns, and next steps.

Lahey Clinic designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.00 AMA PRA Category 1 credits™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Cancellation Policy

Please note that cancellation fees vary depending on the activity. Cancellations must be made in writing, and refunds, minus the applicable cancellation fee, will be processed within 2 weeks. For cancellations made within 15 days or no-shows, the full registration fee may be forfeited. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]

Accessibility Statement
 
Lahey Clinic is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.  If you have needs that require special accommodations, including dietary concerns, please contact the CME Conference Coordinator.

Lahey Clinical Hospital, Inc. adheres to ACCME Criteria, Standards and Policies regarding industry support of continuing medical education. Disclosure of faculty and their commercial relationships will be made prior to the activity.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Lahey Hospital and Medical Center adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.