DESCRIPTION
By the end of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Identify the most common infectious agents and their main characteristics: bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.
- Recognize signs and symptoms of infection in older adults and some of the common infections.
- Describe how antibiotics work, appropriate usage, dosage, storage, and complications.
- Identify the challenges associated with infection control in assisted living and tips for infection prevention and precaution.
This program has been approved for Continuing Education for 1.5 CE/Contact Hours by NAB/NCERS—Approval #20250718-1.50-A103826-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, Antibiotics, Antibiotics and Infection Control in Older Adults, Infection Control, NAB/NCERs Approved, Nursing Home Administrators, Older Adults, RCFE Administrators, Signs And Symptoms