03_05_02 Nosocomial infections

Nosocomial Infections
Session Overview
Description
This session describes the commonly occurring nosocomial infections in critical care and the common sites of infection. It also describes the standard infection control practices and highlights the importance of adhering to these procedures.

Learning Objectives
By the end of this session you will be able to:

• List the commonly occurring healthcare-associated (nosocomial) infections in critical care
• Describe the commonly occurring sites and risk factors for nosocomial infection in critical care
• Discuss the concept of cross-infection
• Identify the universal precautions and good working practices for the control of infection