Infection Control and Barrier Precautions – New York
The role of infection control is to reduce and prevent the risk for hospital-acquired infections. To practice effective infection control practices, the healthcare professional must be knowledgeable of methods to prevent infection transmission. This training encompasses the seven core elements on infection control and barrier precautions and covers the most current and scientifically accepted practices in infection control as recommended by the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
- Contact hours
- 4
- Format
- Self-paced, online
- Last reviewed
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Course Purpose
The role of infection control is to reduce and prevent the risk for hospital-acquired infections. To practice effective infection control practices, the healthcare professional must be knowledgeable of methods to prevent infection transmission. This training encompasses the seven core elements on infection control and barrier precautions and covers the most current and scientifically accepted practices in infection control as recommended by the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
Continuing Education Credit Designation
This educational activity is credited for 4 contact hours at completion of the activity.
Overview
The role of infection control is to reduce and prevent the risk for hospital-acquired infections. To practice effective infection control practices, the healthcare professional must be knowledgeable of methods to prevent infection transmission. This training encompasses the seven core elements on infection control and barrier precautions and covers the most current and scientifically accepted practices in infection control as recommended by the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
Objectives
Upon completion of this independent study, the learner will be able to:
- Understand the seven elements in relation to infection control
Policy Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the policies of CheapCEForNurses.com. This course should be used for informational purposes only and should not be used to diagnose, treat, prescribe, recommend, or initiate therapies or treatments in any setting. This course is copyrighted by Cheap CE For Nurses, Inc. and may not be replicated, copied, or dispersed without written consent.
Disclosures
Cheap CE For Nurses, Inc. and its authors have no disclosures. There is no commercial support.
Who this course is for:
Healthcare professionals who want continuing education on Infection Control and Barrier Precautions – New York.
Course outline
33 sections · finish in any order across devices
- 1
Introduction
- 2
New York State Chapter 786 Infection Control Training Requirements
- 3
Element I
- 4
Element II
- 5
Element III
- 6
Element IV
- 7
Element V
- 8
Element VI
- 9
Element VII
- 10
Rules of the Board of Regents, Part 29.2 (a)(13)
- 11
Course Provider Approval
- 12
American Nurse Association
- 13
Methods of Compliance
- 14
Transmission of Infectious Organisms
- 15
Indirect Contact
- 16
Modes of Transmission
- 17
Standard Precaution
- 18
Considerations for reprocessing equipment include
- 19
Contact Precaution
- 20
Droplet Precaution
- 21
Airborne Precaution
- 22
Bloodborne Precaution
- 23
Hepatitis
- 24
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- 25
Tuberculosis
- 26
Creating an Infection Control Committee
- 27
Sepsis
- 28
Sepsis High Risk Groups
- 29
Sepsis Signs and Symptoms
- 30
Sepsis Diagnosis and Treatment
- 31
Medications
- 32
Conclusion
- 33
§ 230-a. Infection control standards
References
The full reference list is included inside the course, after the Conclusion.
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Questions about this course
- How many contact hours is Infection Control and Barrier Precautions – New York?
- 4 contact hours, credited at completion.
- How much does it cost?
- $20.00 on its own, or included with All-Access ($29.99 a year, renewing yearly until you cancel).
- Can I listen instead of reading?
- Yes — every section can be read or heard, on your phone or computer.
- When do I get my certificate?
- As soon as you finish the course requirements and the evaluation. It stays in your account.
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