Professional Certificate in Infection Control Strategies: Smarter Solutions
-- viewing nowThe Professional Certificate in Infection Control Strategies: Smarter Solutions is a crucial course designed to equip learners with the latest knowledge and skills in infection prevention. This certificate course is particularly important in the current global climate, where healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) pose a significant threat to public health.
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• Fundamentals of Infection Control: An introduction to the core principles of infection control, including the chain of infection and common transmission routes.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Proper use and disposal of PPE, including gloves, masks, and gowns, to prevent the spread of infections.
• Hand Hygiene: Best practices for hand hygiene, including hand washing and the use of hand sanitizers, to reduce the risk of infections.
• Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection: Strategies for effectively cleaning and disinfecting surfaces and equipment to prevent the spread of infections.
• Safe Injection Practices: Guidelines for safe injection practices, including the proper handling and disposal of needles and other sharp instruments.
• Immunization and Vaccination: An overview of the importance of immunization and vaccination in preventing the spread of infectious diseases.
• Surveillance and Reporting of Infections: Techniques for monitoring and reporting infections to identify and contain outbreaks.
• Emerging Infectious Diseases: An examination of emerging infectious diseases, including COVID-19, and strategies for preventing their spread.
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