HIV: Infection Control/Exposure Control Issues for Oral Healthcare Personnel..

COURSE NUMBER: 97

Credit Hours:

2 Hour(s)

This course presents the background essential to understand the transmission of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in healthcare settings and provides evidence based information related to post-exposure prophylaxis and follow-up.

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Overview

In the absence of an effective vaccine, exposure prevention is the primary strategy to minimize healthcare-associated HIV transmission. Evidence-based information is provided about potential risks of exposure; procedures that promote a seamless response following occupational exposure; and guidelines to establish graduated clinical privileges predicated on the relative viral load of the infected provider and the likelihood of procedure-related provider-to-patient transmission of HIV.

Intended Audience:
Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Hygienists, Dental Students, Dentists
Date Course Online:
Sep 7, 2009
Last Revision Date:
May 21, 2017
Course Expiration Date:
May 20, 2020
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 etiology, epidemiology, clinical manifestations, and diagnosis of HIV infection.
Develop an office infection control/exposure control protocol with exposure prevention and post-exposure strategies specific for the HIV.
Establish policy for work restriction of HIV-positive oral healthcare providers.

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.

Author(s)

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

Dr. Huber is a member of the dentalcare.com Advisory Board.
Dr. Terézhalmy has done consulting work for Procter & Gamble and has served on the dentalcare.com Advisory Board.

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