Aseptic Techniques Training Online
Learn aseptic principles and techniques for preventing the spread of healthcare-associated infections. IACET-accredited. Enroll now!
Includes: Certificate of Completion
Duration: 1 Hour(s) | Language: English
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About this Course
Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) affect up to 2 million people every year, posing a significant risk to patients and healthcare providers alike. The ability to prevent the spread of infectious microorganisms is a crucial skill for anyone working in the healthcare field. This course is designed to provide you with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in aseptic techniques, ensuring you can perform your duties safely and effectively.
In this course, you will delve into the principles of aseptic technique, starting with fundamental practices such as routine hand hygiene. You will learn about the importance of hand hygiene in preventing HAIs, including the proper methods and times for handwashing and the use of hand sanitizers. The course will then guide you through more advanced aseptic practices, including surgical asepsis. You will gain a thorough understanding of how to maintain a sterile environment during surgical procedures and other invasive techniques, ensuring patient safety and reducing the risk of infection.
Additionally, the course will cover the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), sterilization methods for medical instruments, and the best practices for handling and disposing of biohazardous materials. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical demonstrations, you will be well-prepared to implement these techniques in your daily work environment.
Upon completing the course, you will be required to pass a final exam to demonstrate your understanding and proficiency in aseptic techniques. Successful completion of the exam will earn you a certificate of completion, a testament to your commitment to maintaining high standards of infection control. Additionally, you will receive 0.1 IACET Continuing Education Units (CEUs), which can contribute to your ongoing professional development and recognition in the healthcare field.
This course is an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their skills and ensure the highest levels of patient safety. Enroll today and take the first step towards mastering the essential techniques for preventing healthcare-associated infections.
Course Facts
What You Get
Certificate of Completion
IACET CEUs
0.1 CEUs
Learning Type
100% online, available 24/7
Course Structure
At your own pace, save progress as you go
Course Updates
Content is updated and current.
Duration
1 Hour
Topics Covered
- An Introduction to Asepsis
- Microorganisms that Cause Infections
- The Chain of Infection
- Antiseptics, Disinfectants, and Sterilization
- OSHA’s Universal Precautions and CDC’s Standard Precautions
- Main Elements of Standard Precautions
- CDC’s Transmission-Based Precautions
- Hand Hygiene
- Routine Hand Hygiene
- Hand Hygiene Using Alcohol-Based Antiseptic Hand Rub
- Sterile/Surgical Hand Hygiene
- Traditional Surgical Hand Scrub
- Surgical Hand Scrub Using Alcohol-Based Rub
- Applying and Removing Sterile Gowns and Gloves
- Purpose of Sterile Gowns and Gloves
- Open Method for Applying Sterile Gloves
- Closed Method for Applying Sterile Gown and Gloves
- Assisted Method for Applying Sterile Gloves
- Important Considerations for Applying Sterile Gowns and Gloves
- Removing Sterile Gown and Gloves
- Surgical Asepsis
- Principles of Surgical Asepsis
What You'll Learn
- Know why asepsis is critical in healthcare settings.
- Identify List the differences between medical and surgical asepsis.
- Understand the links in the chain of infection.
- Consider methods for decreasing the spread of infectious microorganisms.
- List the steps in both routine hand hygiene and a surgical hand scrub.
- Compare several correct ways to apply sterile gowns and gloves.
- Recall the primary principles of surgical asepsis.
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