No one ever expects to be a part of a lawsuit but situations arise where CRNAs have to answer questions under oath. It’s an intimidating process, especially for someone who’s never been a part of a trial before, but we’ll help prepare you for a deposition by explaining the process and how you can protect yourself.

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Show Notes and Additional Resources: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ep-54-how-crnas-should-prepare-for-depositions-with-steve-mund/2215/ 

Today's Rundown: 

2:23 – Today we’re joined by Steve Mund.

4:07 – Why is this topic so important?

4:59 – Here’s what got Steven interested in depositions.

7:14 – Why would a CRNA ever need to be deposed?

8:26 – Steve explains the deposition process.

10:46 – You need to have a lawyer that represents you personally.

13:26 – It’s important to understand your insurance policy and what it says.  

15:44 – So I’m being sued, what do I do?

17:16 – How often do administrators have to deal with lawsuits?

18:38 – How are depositions different from trials?

21:13 – Being deposed makes people nervous. Here’s what you can do to make sure you don’t speak out of turn.  

22:28 – Charting is extremely important.  

24:24 – What do you do if you make a mistake while you’re testifying?

26:58 – If you feel like you’re losing your cool in that environment, what should you do?

29:48 – Why your demeanor can affect your deposition.

32:51 – What training or resources are available to CRNAs?

37:13 – Final thoughts on the subject.