Infection Control: The New York Requirement

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The purpose of this course is to provide a review of current infection control practices and accepted standards, with an emphasis on the application of infection control standards and practices in outpatient and ambulatory settings. In addition, members of the public may use this course to enhance their personal knowledge of the subject matter presented.

Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

1. Describe various practices that can result in exposure to bloodborne pathogens. 2. Identify effective strategies to prevent or control infection, including precautions, isolation techniques, hand hygiene, standards for cleaning, and safe injection practices. 3. Describe the role of surveillance and reporting in an effective infection control program. 4. Discuss the impact of communicable diseases in healthcare professionals, including the necessity for preplacement evaluations, periodic health assessments, education, and postexposure prophylaxis. 5. Discuss the standards of professional conduct associated with infection control in the healthcare setting. 6. Outline the infectious disease process.

This 5-hour continuing education course is available for download for professional development; if continuing education credit is desired, please see instructions included in eBook.

Language: English

Pages: 62

Format: Kindle Edition

Release: March 01, 2013

Infection Control: The New York Requirement

Lori L. Alexander

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