Influenza Outbreak Management in Long Term Care Facilities
Originally aired November 8, 2013
Ernest J Clement, RN, MSN, CIC
Healthcare Epidemiology and Infection Control Program
New York State Department of Health
The seasonal flu presents unique challenges to populations living in long-term care residences. Measures to prevent and control flu outbreaks among vulnerable elderly populations can greatly reduce morbidity and mortality. This webinar seeks to explain the pathogenesis of flu, illustrate evidence-based methods for preventing the spread of flu within nursing facilities, and outline the correct reporting methods during a flu outbreak.
After watching this broadcast participants will be able to:
- Describe what the flu is and its physiological effects
- Identify evidence-based prevention methods
- Illustrate how a flu outbreak is reported in a long-term care residence
Physicians, Nurses, Health Educators and other Public Health Staff working in Long Term Care Facilities and Hospitals
The School of Public Health, University at Albany is an approved provider of continuing nurse eduction by the Massachusetts Association of Registered Nurses, Inc., an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
This offering is approved for 1 nursing contact hour.