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| Description | This course examines the dangers and risks associated with HIV infection and provides information on how healthcare professions can protect themselves from blood borne pathogens. This course was authored by Judy Harris, BSN, MS, MSN and Genene Blake.
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| Learning Objectives | - Relate frequency of HIV in the general population and explain how the virus is spread.
- Identify the symptoms of AIDS, testing methods and the importance of HIV prevention.
- Discover the frequency of HIV/AIDS transmission in healthcare settings and describe procedures to prevent and control blood borne pathogens.
- Summarize steps to take when a healthcare worker is exposed to HIV and how to stay safe when dealing with HIV and AIDS.
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| Prerequisites | None |
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NOTE: State license renewal information is provided as a convenience only and is subject to change at any time. It is the ultimate responsibility of the individual to be sure that he or she is meeting renewal requirements for each license and corresponding Calendar Period. |
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