Module 12A—Preventing Respiratory Infection—Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training Course

Resource: Module 12A—Preventing Respiratory Infection—Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training Course

This module discusses strategies to diagnose, prevent, and control serious lower respiratory tract infections in nursing homes. At the conclusion of this module, participants will be able to: 1. define lower respiratory tract infections, 2. identify common pathogens that cause lower respiratory tract infections, 3. discuss the impact of lower respiratory tract infections on nursing home residents, and 4. describe strategies to prevent lower respiratory tract infections.

Source: CDC
Topic(s): Infection Control & Prevention, PPE
Audience(s): Managers, Clinical Leaders, Clinicians
Format: Online learning module
Length of Module: .84 hour
Publication Date: February 25, 2019