Infection Prevention and Control

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A comprehensive review of best practices to limit the spread of infectious disease

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Introduction

Procedures and techniques for infection prevention and control are essential for good community health, to limit healthcare-acquired infections as well as control the general spread of epidemics and pandemics. A key component of this is basic hand hygiene which forms the foundation of infection control. The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, masks, gowns and goggles allows healthcare personal to treat patients with communicable diseases while protecting themselves and others. The procedures for putting on (donning) and taking off (doffing) of PPE needs to follow specific sequencing and techniques in order to ensure best infection control and prevention practices.

Aims

This course aims to provide insight into infection prevention and control and specifically reviews procedures and policies for hand hygiene and personal protective equipment

Outline

This course is made up of videos, reading, forum posts and a final quiz. The course content is split into the following sections:

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Reading activity
Quiz

Target audience

This course is aimed at Physiotherapy and Physical Therapy clinicians, students and assistants. Other interested professionals such as athletic trainers, occupational therapists, nurses or medical doctors interested in this subject are also invited to participate.

Featured reviews

Physioplus delivers interactive learning at convenience with just a click away. It amazes me that it is just within the reach of a lot of health care professionals, especially Physical Therapists. It is also a plus for providing certificates and accreditation units.

Mary Kaitlyn Victorio

Physiotherapist

Philippines

As always, Physiopedia provided a course full of up-to-date information which is appropriate to the clinical setting. In this particular instance, this was the first comprehensive resource I found which covered all aspects relative to physios working throughout this pandemic and provided fantastic guidance in such uncertain times. The fact that the information was updated regularly in keeping with WHO information also meant that I have returned to the information time and again over the past few months.

Physiotherapist

Ireland

An excellent online course!

isaiah olajide

Physiotherapist

Nigeria

An excellently prepared course!! I'm no longer ignorant about the right way to wear PPE, and there is also an increased sense of responsibility to protect myself as well as my patients and the larger community by doing it right to decrease the spread of HAIs

CHIDIEBERE OBIDIASO

Physiotherapist

Nigeria

The prompt timing of this course has really helped me in my practice and care of infectious patients. A perfect resource during these worrying times!

Kim Jackson

Physiotherapist

Saint Lucia

Great to have a resource full of up to date and easily accessible information

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Excellent refresher that shows taking an extra few seconds even in a limited resources environment can drastically reduce HAI!

Physiotherapy Assistant

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I am amazed at the amount of information, I learned doing this course. I am a physical therapist and I have a private practice. After doing this course, I feel more confident in providing safe care for my patients. This course is a must do for physical therapists!

Physiotherapy Assistant

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This course, has helped me understand the importance of Infection, Prevention Control. Before doing this course, i was very confused and anxious about working with patients again. Doing this course has helped me gain the knowledge and information for me to a make better decisions regarding my practice, which helps me feel less anxious and more in control.

Physiotherapy Assistant

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I strongly recommend the courses provided by Physioplus as it improves your knowledge, skills, and they are easy to follow and enjoyable.

Physiotherapy Assistant

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The course shares best practices developed from different reputable institutions in Infection Control and management. This is helpful for all healthcare professions for the course provide verifiable resources that can be reproduced for clinical and professional use.

Physiotherapy Assistant

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