Infection Control for Hospital Workers
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Description
3.0 Contact Hours
This module includes a description of the chain of infection and its specific links, discussion of some common infectious agents, and identification of steps that can be taken to prevent or interrupt the transmission of infection.
This module is designed to meet the needs of individual health care providers in the acute and non-acute hospital setting looking to upgrade their knowledge in reference to infection control. The key to avoiding infection is education.
TARGET audience
This module is designed for nurses who are looking to become knowledgeable and more confident in their comprehension and approach to infection control in an acute and non acute setting. The learner may be just beginning a new career or they may wish to expand their current knowledge base in infection control.
CONTENT design
A critical component of the instructional design and curriculum strategy is the ability to offer clinical knowledge that is supported by evidence and best practice. Real life case scenarios will promote the development of critical thinking skills. The learning activities offer interactive illustrations, images and animations in an effort to keep you motivated and to facilitate comprehension of the material. Along with chapter questions, these elements make your learning experience truly enjoyable.
CUSTOM development
If you have a need for customizations with regards to this course or would like a course built specifically for your organization, please contact your eLeaP representative. They will outline the Content Factory’s process and timing. We help organizations meet and exceed their educational goals.
Objectives
• Explain the importance of proper handwashing techniques
• Describe the six steps towards effective handwashing
• Differentiate the use of antibacterial soap and waterless hand scrubs
• Define what is meant by universal precautions
• List and differentiate the three categories of 'barriers to prevention'
• Explain the purpose of practicing universal precautions in your daily practice
• Define what is meant by bloodborne pathogens
• Explain how hospital employees would help to prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens
• List the emergency and follow up procedures used post-exposure
• Integrate the knowledge of infection control with a realistic case scenario
Price
$33.00 for Single User access license.
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