Module 1: Introduction to Infection Control and Prevention
This module introduces participants to the fundamental principles of infection control and prevention, including the chain of infection, infection control modes of transmission, and the role of LPNs in infection control. Participants will learn about the importance of infection control and prevention in healthcare settings and the impact of healthcare-associated infections on patient outcomes.
This practical module equips you with strategies and techniques to proactively prevent workplace injuries. You'll learn to implement comprehensive safety programs that address both physical and organizational factors.
Effective injury prevention programs deliver an average return on investment of $4-6 for every $1 spent, making them both a safety and financial imperative.
Key Topics Covered:
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Chain of infection
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Infection control modes of transmission
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Role of LPNs in infection control
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Importance of infection control and prevention in healthcare settings
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Impact of healthcare-associated infections on patient outcomes
Module 2: Infection Control Practices and Protocols
This module focuses on infection control practices and protocols, including hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, and sterilization and disinfection. Participants will learn about the importance of adhering to infection control protocols and the consequences of non-compliance.
Key Topics Covered:
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Hand hygiene
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Personal protective equipment
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Sterilization and disinfection
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Infection control protocols
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Consequences of non-compliance
Module 3: Surveillance and Monitoring of Infections
This module covers the principles of surveillance and monitoring of infections, including the collection and analysis of data, and the identification of trends and patterns. Participants will learn about the importance of surveillance and monitoring in preventing and controlling infections.
Key Topics Covered:
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Principles of surveillance and monitoring
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Collection and analysis of data
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Identification of trends and patterns
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Importance of surveillance and monitoring in infection control
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Role of LPNs in surveillance and monitoring
Module 4: Communication and Collaboration in Infection Control
This module emphasizes the importance of communication and collaboration in infection control, including communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams. Participants will learn about the role of LPNs in communicating infection control information and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to prevent and control infections.
Key Topics Covered:
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Communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams
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Role of LPNs in communicating infection control information
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Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
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Importance of communication and collaboration in infection control
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Strategies for effective communication and collaboration
Module 5: Infection Control in Special Populations
This module focuses on infection control in special populations, including pediatric, gerontological, and immunocompromised patients. Participants will learn about the unique infection control challenges and strategies for these populations.
Key Topics Covered:
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Infection control in pediatric patients
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Infection control in gerontological patients
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Infection control in immunocompromised patients
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Unique infection control challenges and strategies
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Role of LPNs in infection control in special populations
Module 6: Infection Control and Prevention in Community Settings
This module covers infection control and prevention in community settings, including home healthcare, ambulatory care, and long-term care. Participants will learn about the unique infection control challenges and strategies for these settings.
This practical module equips you with strategies and techniques to proactively prevent workplace injuries. You'll learn to implement comprehensive safety programs that address both physical and organizational factors.
Effective injury prevention programs deliver an average return on investment of $4-6 for every $1 spent, making them both a safety and financial imperative.
Key Topics Covered:
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Infection control and prevention in home healthcare
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Infection control and prevention in ambulatory care
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Infection control and prevention in long-term care
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Unique infection control challenges and strategies
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Role of LPNs in infection control and prevention in community settings
