Course Description
Many healthcare workers are at high risk for developing latex allergies because of their frequent use of latex gloves. This lesson explains the dangers posed by latex, the signs and symptoms of possible latex allergy, ways to manage the risk of exposure, and how to respond to a severe reaction to latex.
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Course Outline
Goal:
To provide an awareness of the dangers of latex allergies in the healthcare industry and measures to take for managing the risk of latex exposure.
Objectives:
� Recognize the dangers posed by latex in the healthcare environment.
� Recognize the signs and symptoms of possible latex allergy.
� Identify the procedures to manage the risk of exposure to yourself and susceptible patients.
� Know how to respond to an event involving anaphylaxis.
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To provide an awareness of the dangers of latex allergies in the healthcare industry and measures to take for managing the risk of latex exposure.
Objectives:
� Recognize the dangers posed by latex in the healthcare environment.
� Recognize the signs and symptoms of possible latex allergy.
� Identify the procedures to manage the risk of exposure to yourself and susceptible patients.
� Know how to respond to an event involving anaphylaxis.
More Information
| Language | English |
| Course Length | 0.50 hours |
| Instructor | Online |
| Vendor | Vivid Learning Systems |
| Course Certification | Certificate of Completion |
| Requirements/Materials Included | Internet Access/Browser and Flash Player Installed |
Price: $ 10.00 (USD)
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