Approximately 8,900 new cases of tuberculosis, or TB, were reported in 2019 and it is estimated that 13 million people in the U.S. are living with latent TB (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2020a). While these numbers are some of the lowest in the world, it is important for all healthcare providers to have a general understanding of this disease. This course will review signs and symptoms and available testing procedures, as well as treatment and prevention related to this disease. The goal of this course is to provide all healthcare providers with a basic understanding of tuberculosis.
Approximately 8,900 new cases of tuberculosis, or TB, were reported in 2019 and it is estimated that 13 million people in the U.S. are living with latent TB (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2020a). While these numbers are some of the lowest in the world, it is important for all healthcare providers to have a general understanding of this disease. This course will review signs and symptoms and available testing procedures, as well as treatment and prevention related to this disease. The goal of this course is to provide all healthcare providers with a basic understanding of tuberculosis.
59A-36.011 Staff Training Requirements. Location: Online
This activity is approved for 0.50 contact hours.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Understanding Tuberculosis
What is Tuberculosis?
Symptoms of Tuberculosis
How Tuberculosis is Spread
Testing for Tuberculosis
Review
Summary
Section 3: Preventing and Treating Tuberculosis
Prevention Interventions
Workplace Guidelines and Requirements
Environmental Factors
Treating Tuberculosis
Review
Summary
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Ron Orth obtained a nursing degree from Milwaukee Area Technical College in 1985 and a B. A. in Health Care Administration from Concordia University in 1996. Mr. Orth possesses over 30 years of nursing experience with over 20 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry. Mr. Orth has extensive experience in teaching Medicare regulations to healthcare providers both in the US and internationally. Mr. Orth is currently the Director of Curriculum Design for Post-acute Care at Relias. Ron is certified in Healthcare Compliance through the Compliance Certification Board (CCB). Ron has also successfully completed the Infection Control Officer training through the AHCA.
Disclosure: Ron Orth RN, CHC, CMAC has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
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