Healthcare-associated infections in long term care are infections that develop after a resident's admission to a long term care facility. Elderly residents in both acute and long term care settings are particularly vulnerable to infections, partly due to the age-related decline in immunologic function, but also due to the fact that antibody production declines with age.
This program, provides nurses and others with an understanding of the importance of preventing healthcare-associated infections in long-term care, starting with a review of infection control guidelines and procedures recommended by government agencies and professional organizations.
After viewing this program, the learner should be able to:
~ List the six links in the Chain of Infection
~ Identify the most effective means of preventing the transmission of pathogens
~ Describe the key components of both Standard Precautions and Transmission-based Precautions
~ Explain Safe Injection Practices
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