Virtual Medical Academy

Overview

This course is part of a series: Introduction to Healthcare. This two-part module covers Infection Control and provides a general introduction to Microbiology in Part 1 and Asepsis in Part 2. It is intended for entry -level healthcare workers, public health professionals and volunteers in any healthcare setting.
The course delivery strategy includes video presentation and powerpoint material. The module has a MCQ assessment after each part

This Activity for

Other health care provider
Respiratory Therapy
Psychology
Podiatry
Physiotherapy
Optometry
Clinical Nutrition
Nursing and Midwifery
Dentistry and Related Specialties
Resident / Fellow
Physician
Pharmacy
Occupational Therapy
Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Non Health Care Provider
Healthcare & Hospital Administration
Health Education
Health Informatics
Speech-Language Pathology

What I will learn?

By the end of this course, the student should be able to:

1.Identify the goals of infection control.
2.Understand the history of microbiology.
3.Differentiate between bacteria, viruses, fungi, rickettsia and protozoa.
4.Classify bacteria according to their shape – cocci, rods and spirals.
5.Understand basic methods to identify bacteria in the laboratory.
6.Define asepsis and types of asespsis.
7.Understand the chain of infection and how to break the chain.
8.Understand the standard precautions for healthcare professionals.
9.Compare disinfectant, antiseptic and sterilization.
10.Identify the disease risks to healthcare professionals.