Infection Control: Drug Resistant Superbugs in Long Term Care (NAB/NCERS Approved) – 1.5 CE/Contact Hours

Infection Control: Drug Resistant Superbugs in Long Term Care (NAB/NCERS Approved) – 1.5 CE/Contact Hours

OnlineCourse

$30

DESCRIPTION

This course provides advanced information on infection control challenges in long term care. By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Describe the factors that lead to infections in long term care facilities.
  • Define and discuss the term “Multidrug Resistant Organisms” or MDRO.
  • Identify some common MDROs in the long term care setting and how they are transmitted.
  • State at least four signs and symptoms of MDRO infections with long term care residents.
  • Discuss the consequences of MDROs for patients, healthcare workers, and the general population.
  • Provide resources and tools to assist in preventing the spread of MDROs in long term care facilities.

This program has been approved for Continuing Education for 1.5 CE/Contact Hours by NAB/NCERS—Approval # 20250324-1.50-A100115-DL. This course applies to the following professions:

  • Nursing Home Administrators (all states)
  • Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrators (most states)

Learners must pass final quiz with 80% or more; may re-take as often as needed.

Tags: 1.5 CE/Contact Hours, All States, Healthcare Workers, Infection Control, Infection Control and Superbugs, Long Term Care, Long Term Care Facilities, Long Term Care Residents, Multidrug Resistant Organisms, MDRO, NAB/NCERs Approved, Nursing Home Administrators, RCFE Administrators