Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

• Identify the logistical, legal, and ethical challenges of clinical scenarios when patients engage in high-risk behaviors while in inpatient setting.
• Identify the elements of your local culture and hospital operations that contribute to the challenge of addressing HRNA behavior.
• Name and describe two to three next steps to implement a strategy to address HRNA behavior at your institution.
• Utilize suggested management tools to increase your level of comfort with addressing HRNA behavior.

Disclaimer Statement:

The information presented at this activity represents the views and opinions of the individual presenters, and does not constitute the opinion or endorsement of, or promotion by, the UPMC Center for Continuing Education in the Health Sciences, UPMC / University of Pittsburgh Medical Center or Affiliates and University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Reasonable efforts have been taken intending for educational subject matter to be presented in a balanced, unbiased fashion and in compliance with regulatory requirements. However, each program attendee must always use his/her own personal and professional judgment when considering further application of this information, particularly as it may relate to patient diagnostic or treatment decisions including, without limitation, FDA-approved uses and any off-label uses.