New CPD Course: An Introduction to Pseudomonas Aeruginosa

Pseudomonas aeruginosa is high on the agenda for infection control professionals. This new course outlines Pseudomonas aeruginosa in healthcare facilities and the impact on public health.

Aims:

To provide a broad overview of Pseudomonas aeruginosa is high on the agenda for infection control professionals.

Objectives:

Learners will be able to;

• Understand where Pseudomonas aeruginosa comes from.
• Understand the types of infections that Pseudomonas is responsible for.
• Understand what an opportunistic pathogen is
• Understand the role of antibiotic resistance and the concerns this has for infection control
• Understand the control measures used to prevent infections within healthcare facilities
• Understand what guidance and standards are available to help ensure risk to patients is minimised.

Learning Outcomes:

The learner understands;

• Where Pseudomonas aeruginosa comes from.
• The types of infections that Pseudomonas is responsible for.
• What an opportunistic pathogen is.
• The role of antibiotic resistance and the concerns this has for infection control
• The control measures used to prevent infections within healthcare facilities.
• The guidance and standards that are available to help ensure risk to patients is minimised.