The purpose of this course is to define infection control and outline a clear rationale as to why it must be integrated into clinical practice. Main infection control precautions along with practical application of the material will be reviewed.
Learning Outcomes
- Participants will be able to identify 2 specific reasons why infection control is applicable to physical therapy
- Participants will be able to list at least 3 standard precautions related to infection control
- Participants will be able to differentiate between the terms disinfect and sterilize
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Objectives and definition of infection control |
| 5-35 Minutes | Why should physical therapists care about infection control? |
| 35-55 Minutes | Written plan requirements, standard precautions, selection of appropriate products |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary and Q & A |
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A.U. Bankaitis
PhD, FAAA
A.U. Bankaitis, PhD is a clinical audiologist and Vice President of Oaktree Products, Inc of St. Louis, MO, a multi-line distributor of hearing health care products. Dr. Bankaitis earned her doctorate from the University of Cincinnati in 1995 where her funded research investigated the effects of varying degrees of HIV on the auditory system. This research naturally led to a niche expertise in the area of infection control.
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