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New Jersey Law Review for Massage Professionals (Mandatory) 1 CE Hour Purchase the entire package and receive this course for free! See page iii for more details. List responsibilities for reporting employment changes. Describe the elements of a legal contract. Recite renewal procedures and deadlines. navigating the dynamic, ever-evolving field of massage and bodywork. From scope of practice, forms of business, insurance, and the latest New Jersey state updates, this course will present the crucial area of massage law so the professional can continue with confidence to safely serve their clients. Addressing implicit bias in healthcare is crucial for achieving equity in medical treatment. Strategies to combat these biases involve education and awareness programs for healthcare professionals. These programs help individuals recognize and acknowledge their biases, fostering a more empathetic and unbiased approach to patient care. Additionally, implementing policies and procedures prioritizing equitable treatment for all patients can play a pivotal role in reducing healthcare disparities. Ultimately, confronting implicit bias in healthcare is essential to creating a more just and equitable healthcare system where everyone receives fair and equal treatment regardless of their background or characteristics. Self-Assessment Quiz Question #3 A liability is defined as: a. A legal responsibility, duty, or obligation. b. An uncertainty of loss. c. The process by which a procedure or activity is described to a participant. d. Number of years beyond when an action can be litigated.
By: Jim Menz
Learning objectives After completing this course, the learner will be able to: Define massage/bodywork scope of practice as defined by the state of New Jersey. Define negligence per New Jersey statutes. Course overview This course will guide the massage therapist through major features of the laws governing the massage/bodywork profession in New Jersey. Key elements will be defined in cited terms as well as explained in clear, everyday language. Throughout this concise lesson, we untangle the often complicated terminology and bring the concepts to life so the massage professional can proceed confidently in Implicit bias in healthcare Implicit bias significantly affects how healthcare professionals perceive and make treatment decisions, ultimately resulting in disparities in health outcomes. These biases, often unconscious and unintentional, can shape behavior and produce differences in medical care along various lines, including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and socioeconomic status. Healthcare disparities stemming from implicit bias can manifest in several ways. For example, a healthcare provider might unconsciously give less attention to a patient or make assumptions about their medical needs based on race, gender, or age. The unconscious assumptions can lead to delayed or inadequate care, misdiagnoses, or inappropriate treatments, all of which can adversely impact health outcomes. Self Assessment Questions Self-Assessment Quiz Question #1 A wrongdoing that can be intentional or accidental is: a. Negligence. b. Liability. c. Torts. d. Illegal. Self-Assessment Quiz Question #2 Which of the following techniques are considered out of scope for massage professionals? a. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS). b. Chiropractic maneuvers. c. Diagnosis. d. All of the above.
Self-Assessment Quiz Question #4 Elements of a contract include:
a. Competent parties. b. Mutual consideration.
c. Legal purpose. d. All of the above. ANSWERS: 1: C
2 : D
3: A
4: D
COURSE SUMMARY
Massage/Bodywork Scope of Practice as Defined by the State of New Jersey ● Courses taught or approved by third-party organizations such as accredited schools, the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB), the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP), and so on.
● Out of scope/specific exclusions: ○ Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS). ○ Chiropractic maneuvers. ○ Sexual contact. ○ Animal modalities. ○ Diagnosis.
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Book Code: MNJ0524
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