Basic Infection Prevention & Control

Course Summary

Upon completion of this course, you will have increased your knowledge of current, evidence-based information on preventing and controlling the spread of infection. Specific learning objectives include:

• Discuss the impact of community-acquired and healthcare-associated infections.
• Define key terms related to infection prevention and control.
• Describe the chain of infection as it applies to infection prevention and control.
• Explain methods to prevent the spread of infection.
• Summarize the engineering, work practice, and environmental controls that protect against healthcare-associated infections.
• Identify barriers and personal protective equipment for protection from exposure to potentially infectious material.
• Discuss efforts designed to minimize the risk of occupational exposure to infectious diseases.