Infection Control (Preview)

Description
nInfection control refers to policies and procedures used to minimise the risk of spreading infections, especially in hospitals and health care facilities.
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nThese policies and procedures relate to disease surveillance, investigation, prevention and control of the spread of infections and their causative microorganisms.
nCompetency in infection control is a crucial component for the implementation of best practice for nurses in order to ensure patient safety as well as in providing high quality care.

The assessment comprises a challenging 10 question quiz which varies each time you attempt it. You can review your marked quiz after each attempt to aid the learning process. 

Tutorial Length  119 pages
Tutorial Contents
1)   Introduction
2)   Basic Microbiology
3)   Classification of Microorganisms
4)   Disease Transmission
5)   Body Defences
6)   Prevention & Control of Infection
7)   Handwashing
8)   Personal Protective Equipment
9)   Clinical and Related Waste
10) Hazard Identification
11) Risk Management
12) General Information
13) Standard Precautions
14) Handling Deceased Patients
15) Additional Precautions
16) Patient Scenarios 1 & 2
17) Hospital Acquired Infections
18) Multiple Resistant Organisms
19) Quarantine
20) Handling of Sharps
21) Needlestick Injury or Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
22) Points to Remember
23) Conclusion
24) Resources
Example Screen Shots Prevention and Control of Infection  /  Standard Precautions
Cost $7.70 (ANF Members)      $22.00 (Non-Members)

Build up your ANF Continuing Professional Education Record by studying this tutorial and completing the on-line assessment quiz for this topic!

 

 

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