Define Epidemiology and Risk Factors

Learn to identify the key factors contributing to UTIs in LTC residents.

Differentiate Infections

Understand the distinctions between asymptomatic bacteriuria and symptomatic UTI.

Implement Strategies

Discover evidence-based methods to prevent CAUTIs and practice antibiotic stewardship.

About the Course

Join our course to delve into the detailed world of Urinary Tract Infections in Long-Term Care Facilities. Gain insights on epidemiology, diagnostic criteria, prevention strategies, and antibiotic stewardship. Let's equip you with the knowledge needed to excel in this critical area of healthcare. Take action now to enhance your expertise and make a real difference in LTCFs.

Course Curriculum

9 Chapters · 13 Lessons

  1. 1

    Urinary Tract Infections in Long-Term Care

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Course Overview

  2. 2

    Burden of Infection: Why UTIs Matter in LTCFs

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Understanding “Burden of Infection"

  3. 3

    Epidemiology and risk factors of UTIs in long-term care

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Why UTIs Matter in LTCFs

  4. 4

    Diagnosing UTIs in Long-Term Care

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Diagnostic Criteria Application

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Collecting Urine Samples — Variations in LTC

  5. 5

    Preventing Catheter-Associated UTIs

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Best Practices in Catheter Care

  6. 6

    Antibiotic Stewardship in UTI Management

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Evaluating Treatment Decisions

  7. 7

    Monitoring and Reporting Compliance

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Case Studies in UTI Outcomes

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Appropriate vs. Inappropriate Initiation of Antibiotic Therapy

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Compliance & Reporting

  8. 8

    Test: CAUTI & UTI Stewardship in LTC

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      CAUTI & UTI Stewardship

  9. 9

    References

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Course Evaluation Form

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      References

What People Are Saying

Discover how this course is transforming healthcare professionals' approach to UTIs in LTCFs.

”
This UTI course helped me refresh essential skills I use every day. The explanations were clear, practical, and directly applicable to real patient care. I feel more confident preventing catheter‑associated infections.
Jessica M. ,RN 

Florida

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Este curso de UTI me aclaró muchos detalles que a veces pasamos por alto en el día a día. Ahora me siento más segura al manejar catéteres Foley y al prevenir infecciones en mis pacientes.
María Fernanda G. ,LPN

Florida

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La forma en que explican la toma de muestras, el cuidado del catéter y los signos de alarma es excelente. Todo está organizado, fácil de entender y muy útil para la práctica clínica.
Carolina P., RN

Jacksonville,FL 

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Me encantó que el curso va directo al punto, sin complicaciones. Aprendí técnicas que ya estoy aplicando en mi turno para reducir riesgos de infección en mis residentes.
Ana R. ,RN

Bradenton, FL 

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I loved how the course broke down Foley care and urine sample collection. It made everything feel simple and safe. Every nurse should take this — it truly improves patient outcomes.
Lauren R., RN, BSN

Orlando,FL

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Después de este módulo, entiendo mucho mejor cómo identificar, prevenir y manejar infecciones urinarias. Se nota que está hecho por una enfermera que conoce la realidad del trabajo.
Sophia M, RN

Sarasota, FL

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