VNSG 1115 - Disease Control And Prevention

Institution:

Austin Community College District

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Description:

Study of the general principlesof prevention of illness and disease, basic microbiology, and the maintenance of aseptic conditions. Topics will include characteristics of microorganisms; types of microorganisms; the "chain of infection"; the actions of pathogensin the body; body's defenses against infection; immune process; resistance and susceptibility to infection; infection and the nursing process; handwashing and standard precautions for blood and body fl uid; and, purposes and types of isolation. Skills: P Prerequisites: BIOL 2404, HPRS 1206 and HPRS 2300. Course Type: W/C

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.austincc.edu

Phone Number:

(512) 223-7000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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