Tuberculosis, or TB, is an infectious disease that can easily be passed from one person to another. All employees of nursing and assisted living facilities must have a basic understanding of TB disease and ways to prevent the spread of the organism that causes this disease. In this course, you will learn basic information about TB and ways to apply infection control practices to prevent its spread.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
A. About This Course
B. Learning Objectives
Section 2: Understanding Tuberculosis
A. What is Tuberculosis?
B. How Is Tuberculosis Spread?
C. Risk Factors
D. Testing for TB
E. Airborne Precautions
F. Treatment
G. Review
Section 3: Conclusion
A. Summary
B. Course Contributor
C. References
D. Congratulations!
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 no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
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