Targeting MRSA: Is it the right infection prevention goal?

Activity Steps

1 Activity
2 Take Test 3Certificate

Purpose of Activity

To provide information about the variety of approaches to managing HAIs related to MRSA.

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. Describe the history of MRSA infection.
  2. Discuss approaches to controlling HAIs related to MRSA.

Disclosures

The author and CE planners have disclosed that they have no financial relationships related to this article.

Price: $17.95

Credits:

  • ANCC 1.9 CH
  • DC - BON 1.9 CH
  • KY-BON 1.5 CH

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
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This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia and Florida #50-1223. Your certificate is valid in all states.
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Planner
Test Code: NM0613
Published: June 2013
Expires: 12/31/2026
Sources: Nursing Management
Required Passing Score: 12/16 (75%)
Authors: Frank Edward Myers III MA, CIC
Categories: Hospital , Infection , Management , Medical-Surgical , Preventing Hospital Acquired Conditions (HAC)
Specialties: Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Management, Medical-Surgical
Topics: Methacillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) , Nosocomial