Description:

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of environmental hygiene specifically tailored for nurses. Through theoretical lectures, interactive discussions, and practical exercises, nurses will gain knowledge and skills necessary to promote and maintain a clean and healthy environment for patients, staff, and visitors. Topics covered include principles of environmental hygiene, infection prevention and control, waste management, water and air quality, occupational safety, and disaster preparedness.

Key Highlights:

• Comprehensive coverage of environmental hygiene
• Infection prevention and control measures
• Effective waste management strategies
• Ensuring water and air quality in healthcare settings
• Occupational safety guidelines for nurses
• Preparing for emergencies and disaster situations

What you will learn:

• Learning Outcome 1
  Understand the principles and importance of environmental hygiene in healthcare settings
• Learning Outcome 2
  Implement effective infection prevention and control measures to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections
• Learning Outcome 3
  Manage healthcare waste safely and efficiently according to regulatory guidelines
• Learning Outcome 4
  Monitor and maintain water and air quality in healthcare facilities to ensure a healthy environment
• Learning Outcome 5
  Adopt occupational safety practices to prevent work-related hazards and injuries
• Learning Outcome 6
  Develop the skills and knowledge to respond effectively in emergency situations and disaster scenarios