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Essentials of Infection Control: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals

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Course

Learn how to identify mechanisms of infectious disease transmission and implement preventative measures to avoid pandemic illnesses in this course for healthcare providers.

Nationally & state accredited

Pharmacy

Course Features

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Auto reporting toCPE Monitor
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What you'll learn

After successfully completing this section, the student will be able to:

  1. Describe the historical evolution and significance of infection control in healthcare.

  2. Identify the key components of the chain of infection and factors affecting disease transmission.

  3. Differentiate between universal precautions, standard precautions, and transmission-based precautions in healthcare settings.

  4. Explain the principles and practices of standard precautions.

  5. Distinguish infection control measures implemented during normal circumstances versus pandemics.

  6. Evaluate the regulatory requirements for infection control training among healthcare professionals.

Course description

This course is designed to help health care providers identify the mechanisms by which infectious diseases may be transmitted and what preventative measures are needed to take to avoid a pandemic illness.

Course content

  • Introduction

  • The Spread of Infectious Diseases

    • Direct Person-to-Person Transmission

    • Indirect person-to-person Transmission

    • Vehicle Transmission

    • Vector Transmission

    • Transmission from Animals to Humans

  • Factors Affecting the Transmission of Communicable Diseases

  • Signs and Symptoms of Communicable Diseases

  • Testing for Communicable Diseases

  • Preventative Measures and Guidelines for Pandemic Infection Control

  • Effective Infection Control Measures: Normal Circumstances vs. a Pandemic

  • New Tools for Pre-pandemic Planning and Pandemic Assessment

  • Hand Hygiene in Health Care Settings

  • Appropriate Use of Personal Protective Equipment

    • How to Put On (Don) PPE Gear

    • How to Take Off (Doff) PPE Gear

  • Recommended routine infection prevention and control (IPC) practices during the COVID-19 pandemic

    • Establish a Process to Identify and Manage Individuals with Suspected or Confirmed SARS-CoV-2 Infection

    • Implement Source Control Measures

    • Implement Universal Use of Personal Protective Equipment for HCP

    • Encourage Physical Distancing

    • Optimize the Use of Engineering Controls and Indoor Air Quality

    • Perform SARS-CoV-2 Testing

  • Create a Process to Respond to SARS-CoV-2 Exposures Among HCP and Others

  • Recommended infection prevention and control (IPC) practices when caring for a patient with suspected or confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection

  • Duration of Transmission-Based Precautions

  • Setting-specific considerations 

  • Guidance for Healthcare Workers Infected with or Exposed to SARS-CoV-2

  • Strategies to Mitigate Healthcare Personnel Staffing Shortages

  • Crisis Capacity Strategies to Mitigate Staffing Shortages

  • Conclusion

Course details

Release Date06/20/2023
Expiration Date06/20/2026
Review Date06/20/2026
ACPE UAN0657-0000-23-057-H01-P 0657-0000-23-057-H01-T
CE Broker ID20-787768
AGD Number386503 | Course Code: 148
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring

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Instructor

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Peter A. KreckelRPh

Peter A. Kreckel, RPh is a most unique breed of community pharmacist. He is a 1981 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. He has practiced independent community pharmacy for his entire career. He began his teaching career at St. Francis University in 2005, in the Department of Physician Assistant Sciences. For the past 16 years, he has taught Pharmacology to over 700 Physician Assistant Science students in their didactic year. He teaches all disciplines year-round, from Antibiotic therapy to Ob-Gyn.

Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit

Licensed Mental Health CounselorDietitian - NutritionistSpeech-Language Pathology InternClinical Laboratory TechnicianCertified Respiratory TherapistAudiology InternSpeech-Language Pathologist - SADieticianOccupational Therapy AssistantAudiologistAdvanced Practice Nurse PrescribersPharmacistMedical DoctorSocial Worker InternSpeech-Language Pathology AssistantSpeech-Language Pathologist Special VolunteerAudiologist Special VolunteerLicensed Social WorkerLicensed Clinical Social WorkerCertified Master Social WorkerLicensed Independent Marriage and Family TherapistLicensed Independent Social WorkerRegistered Respiratory TherapistChiropractic PhysicianRegistered Nurse PractitionerAdvanced Practice NursesAthletic TrainerClinical Chemistry DiplomateOccupational TherapistClinical Laboratory TechnologistClinical Laboratory DirectorCertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistPsychiatric NurseClinical Nurse SpecialistLicensed Practical NurseLicensed Independent Clinical Social WorkerLicensed Psychiatric Technician NurseNurse PractitionerRegistered NursePodiatric PhysicianLicensed Nursing AssistantPhysician AssistantAdvanced Practice Registered NursePublic Health NurseOsteopathic PhysicianLicensed Mental Health Counselor InternLicensed Masters Social WorkerRespiratory TherapistMaster's Social WorkNutritionistRespiratory Care Practitioner Critical CareRespiratory Care PractitionerSpeech-Language Pathologist LtdLicensed Certified Social WorkerLicensed Baccalaureate Social WorkerLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist InternLicensed Independent Social Worker DualCertified Nursing AssistantRespiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical CareAudiologist InternRegistered Social Worker AssistantLicensed Marriage and Family TherapistLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist SupervisorPharmacy TechnicianBachelor's Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Advanced PracticeClinical Laboratory SupervisorLicensed Graduate Social WorkerSpeech-Language PathologistLicensed Independent Social Worker Clinical PracticeLicensed Massage TherapistAudiology Assistant

Accreditations

AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for occupational therapy professionals.

  • Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners

  • Florida Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Mississippi State Department of Health – Bureau of Professional Licensure for Occupational Therapists

Frequently asked questions

How many CE credits does this course provide?

This course, "Essentials of Infection Control: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals", provides 3 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Occupational Therapy, Dietetics and Nutrition, Clinical Laboratory, Athletic Training, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Massage Therapy, Clinical Chemistry, Dentistry, Nursing, Mental Health, Pharmacy, Physician. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Which professions is this course approved for?

This course is especially relevant for: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Dietitian - Nutritionist, Speech-Language Pathology Intern, Clinical Laboratory Technician, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Audiology Intern, Speech-Language Pathologist - SA, Dietician, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Audiologist, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Pharmacist, Medical Doctor, Social Worker Intern, Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, Speech-Language Pathologist Special Volunteer, Audiologist Special Volunteer, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Master Social Worker, Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Chiropractic Physician, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Athletic Trainer, Clinical Chemistry Diplomate, Occupational Therapist, Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Director, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Psychiatric Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, Podiatric Physician, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Physician Assistant, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Osteopathic Physician, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Respiratory Therapist, Master's Social Work, Nutritionist, Respiratory Care Practitioner Critical Care, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Speech-Language Pathologist Ltd, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Certified Nursing Assistant, Respiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical Care, Audiologist Intern, Registered Social Worker Assistant, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor, Pharmacy Technician, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Clinical Laboratory Supervisor, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Speech-Language Pathologist, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice, Licensed Massage Therapist, Audiology Assistant. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.

How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?

Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker and CPE Monitor upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

How long do I have to complete this course?

You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.

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Dawn O.Nutritionist
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.

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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
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Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!

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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.

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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
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I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.

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Requirements & disclosures

Financial Disclosures

This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:

  • Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner, Content Developer and Faculty

  • Luke Porter – Planner, Editor, and Reviewer (AchieveCE)

  • Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner

  • Marie T. Fluent, DDS, CDIPC - Dentist Planner

  • Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer (AchieveCE)

  • Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher

Passing Grade

Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection

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