Infection Prevention and Control - Level 1

Infection Prevention and Control - Level 1

Infection Prevention and Control - Level 1 is a course designed to provide Home Health Aides with essential knowledge and skills to prevent and control the spread of infections in healthcare settings. The course covers fundamental concepts of infection control, including the chain of infection, transmission routes, standard precautions, and proper hand hygiene techniques. As a Home Health Aide, it is crucial to understand and implement infection prevention and control measures to protect both patients and caregivers from the risk of infection.

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Overview

Details
  • Lessons: 0
  • Number of tests: 4
  • Hours: 1.0 hours
  • Students who are studying this course: 132
What you will learn
  • Understand the chain of infection and transmission routes
  • Discuss standard precautions and their application in healthcare settings
  • Demonstrate proper hand hygiene techniques
  • Identify personal protective equipment (PPE) and its correct use
  • Recognize the importance of environmental cleaning and disinfection

Lessons

    • Exam- Infection Prevention and Control - Level 1 Exam- Infection Prevention and Control - Level 1
    • 15 mins

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