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| Description | The goal of this course is to review the principles of infection control and barrier precautions in order to prevent the spread of infection in any healthcare setting. This course meets requirements for licensure and re-registration in New York State for Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses. This course was authored by John Freitas, DO. |
| Learning Objectives |
- State the legal requirements of select licensed professionals to adhere to and monitor infection prevention and control practices for New York State.
- Identify factors that lead to the spread of pathogenic organisms.
- List three work practice controls for healthcare settings.
- Identify personal protective equipment for healthcare workers.
- List three methods of sterilization.
- Identify factors that contribute to prevention of infection in healthcare workers and patients.
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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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