Informed Consent in Acupuncture Practice: Legal, Ethical, and Clinical Considerations - NCCAOM Approved Acupuncture Continuing Education, Ethics, Laws & Rules, 2 PDA/CEU

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2 PDA/CEU in Ethics or Laws & Rules 

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Here's How Simple It Is:

1. Read the material online
2. Complete the quiz online
3. Get your certificate and earn credits towards your license renewal
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Course Outcome

93% of participants will strengthen their ability to clearly explain possible acupuncture treatment effects so patients can make informed decisions about their care.

Course Objectives

After completing this course, the participant will be able to:

• Differentiate between common, self-limited needle-related effects and rare but serious medical complications associated with acupuncture.
• Explain the physiological mechanisms behind bruising, mild bleeding, post-treatment soreness, and vasovagal syncope in clear, patient-centered language.
• Identify risk factors that require modified disclosure or technique adjustments, including anticoagulant use, advanced age, and elevated anxiety levels.
  

Who Should Enroll?

• Licensed Acupuncturists: Practitioners aiming to improve clinical communication and expand their understanding of acupuncture safety and risk disclosure.
• Integrative and Complementary Healthcare Providers: Professionals who wish to better understand acupuncture safety standards and informed consent principles.

Course Codes (if applicable)

NCCAOM: PDA-9386-78

CE Broker: 1363636

Approved across all U.S. states, plus Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom

I understand that the information in this course presented by the Provider and/orInstructor(s) is for educational purposes only and should only be applied with appropriate clinical judgment and used by a trained and licensed practitioner. Governmental laws and regulations vary from region to region and the contents of this course vary in permissible usage. The participant is required to check their local, state, and federal laws and regulations regarding the practice requirements and scope of practice issues and the use of the information of this course including, but not limited to, theory, herbal medicine, and acupuncture. I acknowledge that NCCAOM does not endorse any specific treatment regimens of any kind. Furthermore, if I use any modalities or treatments taught in this course, I agree to waive, release, indemnify, discharge, and covenant not to sue NCCAOM from and against any liability, claims, demands, or causes of action whatsoever, arising out of any injury, loss, or damage that a person may sustain related to the use of the information in this course. I understand that this Release is governed by the laws of District of Columbia, U.S.A. and shall survive the termination or expiration of this course.