Maryland Infection Control

Course Code: REL-AC-SWK-DDE-5059-V3

Hours: 2

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 6/30/2024

Learning Objectives:
Describe infectious diseases which commonly present the greatest risk in
dental care settings and the factors influencing their development.
Recall important methods for influencing the transmission of pathogenic
microorganisms.
Discuss controls and practices that can provide effective protection
against infection and cross-contamination.
Present an overview of sterilization and disinfection.
Review treatment of contaminated sharps and the disposition of
regulated medical waste.
Consider the advisability of immunization.
Learn what is expected following an exposure incident and what
documentation is required.
Discover tools to prepare an office plan for exposure control.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Dental Professionals; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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