Program Tour - Boundary Violations
The LIFE Curriculum is designed to help residency program directors prevent, identify, and manage fatigue and impairment in their residents and fellows. Although intended as a tool for graduate medical education, the curriculum has themes that are pertinent for medical students, practicing physicians, and others in the health professions. This case-based curriculum, derived from a literature review and needs assessments by North Carolina program directors, includes seven vignettes of typical situations to demonstrate impaired performance and inappropriate behavior. Because all the vignettes involve providing clear, timely feedback, an eighth case addresses the facilitation of instructive feedback.

Click on any of the links below to view a short clip of each scenario, or click here to view the scenarios in their entirety. By clicking, you will be redirected to MedicalCrossfire.com where you will be required to register.
1.  Fatigue 5.  Burnout 9.  Legal
2.  Disruptive Behavior 6.  Boundary Violations 10.  Generations
3.  Stress and Depression 7.  Impairments 11.  Applicants
4.  Substance Abuse 8.  Instructive Feedback 12.  Program Director

6. Boundary Violations Trailer Video
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Boundary violations, because of the very nature of the medical encounter, can be difficult to define unless they are blatant. Usually they are the result of well-meaning professionals who lack experience and require mentoring. Regardless of what motivates them, they must be dealt with immediately and effectively. Learn how to deal with infractions and find out how to deal with more problematic violations. Access sample documents that will help you handle a range of problems, from written reprimands to institutional policy directives.

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