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Legionella and Facility Water System Safety (001327-20240801) (LMS Course)
Description: PRIME Management of Environmental Concerns includes three (3) related topics to help facilities meet CMS requirements for providing a safe, sanitary, and healthful environment for residents and staff. All three programs must be completed to receive 1.5 NAB or nursing CEs. This course addresses risk factors of Legionella; how Legionella can grow and spread; symptoms and treatment; what healthcare providers and facility leaders can do; what CMS expects in regard to water management policies; what an effective water management program does; the seven key activities to routinely perform in a Legionella water management program; the importance of proper disinfection and water temperature; who to test; how to implement water restrictions and immediate control measures; and the importance of prevention and reporting.
Published: May 18, 2023
Pest Control in Healthcare Facilities (001328-20240801) (LMS Course)
Description: PRIME Management of Environmental Concerns includes three (3) related topics to help facilities meet CMS requirements for providing a safe, sanitary, and healthful environment for residents and staff. All three programs must be completed to receive 1.5 NAB or nursing CEs. This program will discuss the importance of maintaining an effective pest control program; what constitutes an effective pest control program; the different types of pests that can infiltrate facilities; general guidelines for sanitation and pest prevention; guidelines for environmental infection control in healthcare facilities; that front-line employees are the first line of defense in maintaining a pest-free facility; and different management strategies to control pests.
Published: May 18, 2023
Preventing Infection Through Laundry Measures (001329-20240801) (LMS Course)
Description: PRIME Management of Environmental Concerns includes three (3) related topics to help facilities meet CMS requirements for providing a safe, sanitary, and healthful environment for residents and staff. All three programs must be completed to receive 1.5 NAB or nursing CEs. This course reviews laundry handling precautions; best practices for PPE for laundry staff; appropriate measures to use to prevent cross-contamination when transporting laundry; infection control laundry practices; when to use dry cleaning services; mattress and pillow care; and linen storage best practices.
Published: May 18, 2023