Older adults are more vulnerable to infections due to age-related changes in their immune systems — making infection prevention and control one of the most critical skills in aged care. This course gives you the practical knowledge to protect both yourself and the consumers you care for from preventable infections. For all aged care workers. ~10 mins + quiz. Certificate on completion.
What You'll Learn
— Why infection control is critical in aged care
— Common infections in aged care settings
— The chain of infection and how to break it
— The 5 Moments for Hand Hygiene
— Effective hand hygiene technique
— Standard precautions
— How to select and use personal protective equipment (PPE)
— Your responsibilities in preventing infection outbreaks