Infection Control for Respiratory Care Self-Directed

Course Objectives

• Classify types of microorganisms.
• Discuss pathogenicity vs. non-pathogenicity as pertaining to microorganisms.
• Locate sources of infection encountered in general patient care.
• Describe the routes of transmission of infections in general patient care.
• Select methods to prevent infections in general patient care.
• Locate sources of infection encountered in critical care areas.
• Explain routes of transmission of select methods to prevent infections in critical care areas.

This course meets the criteria for California RCP Leadership.