Battling Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci Course
Battling Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci Course is organized by Nurse.com - OnCourse Learning Corporation.
Course Originally Released on: 04/08/2021
Date of Most Recent Review: 4/8/2021
Course Termination/ Update Date : 04/30/2024
Description:
Enterococci species are (bacteria) normally present in the human intestines and in the female genital tract. They can also be isolated from the environment. Enterococci that develop drug resistance can be very harmful due to limited treatment options.
Vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) have become epidemiologically significant pathogens that cause healthcare-associated infections worldwide. Vancomycin-resistant enterococci have caused multiple outbreaks in healthcare settings. It is essential for nurses to familiarize themselves with these multidrug resistant organisms (MDROs).
Learning Objectives:
After taking this course, you should be able to:
• Recognize the epidemiology and severity of VRE.
• State at least three strategies to prevent and control the spread of VRE in healthcare facilities.
