Postexposure Evaluation and Follow-up
COURSE NUMBER: 472
Credit Hours:
1 Hour(s)
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This continuing education course presents concept of postexposure management of healthcare personnel and will be provided evidence-based guidance on the importance of prompt wound care, reporting, and evaluation of occupational exposures to...
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Overview
This continuing education course presents concept of postexposure management of healthcare personnel and will be provided evidence-based guidance on the importance of prompt wound care, reporting, and evaluation of occupational exposures to pathogenic organisms, the timely initiation of postexposure prophylaxis, and the implementation of postexposure follow-up strategies in order to prevent infection and the development of disease.
Participants in this course will be introduced to the concept of postexposure management of healthcare personnel and will be provided evidence-based guidance on the importance of prompt wound care, reporting, and evaluation of occupational exposures to pathogenic organisms, the timely initiation of postexposure prophylaxis, and the implementation of postexposure follow-up strategies in order to prevent infection and the development of disease.
Intended Audience:
Dental Assistants, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Hygienists, Dental Students, Dentists, Dental Assistant Students
Date Course Online:
Aug 31, 2015
Last Revision Date:
Jun 30, 2018
Course Expiration Date:
Jun 29, 2019
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:
- Discuss the concept of postexposure prophylaxis.
- Discuss elements of a successful postexposure response to an occupational exposure.
- Demonstrate familiarity with strategies for postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) following exposure to blood and potentially infectious material (OPIM).
- Initiate in a timely manner the cascading steps in response to an occupational exposure.
Disclaimers
Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice. Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy. Note: Registration is required to take test.
Submission Information
Recognition
Approved PACE Program Provider
THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY
Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.
8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027
Provider ID# 211886
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