The purpose of this course is to define and identify intestinal protozoan parasites, and to explain the distribution, characteristics, infection, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention methods.
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| Author: | Wanda Lockwood RN, BA, MA |
| Course No: | IPM020613 |
| Contact Hours: | 4.00 |
| Method: | Online Self Study |
| Categories: | Community & Home Health
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Course Objectives
- Identify the 2 main types of intestinal parasites.
- Explain the characteristics of protozoa.
- List 5 groups of protozoa.
- Describe the main characteristics of Giardia.
- Describe the main characteristics of Entamoeba histolytica.
- Describe the main characteristics of Balantidium coli.
- Describe the main characteristics of at least two Sporozoa, including Cryptosporidium.
- Describe the main characteristics of microsporidia.
- Describe diagnostic measures for all organisms.
- Describe treatment options for all organisms.
- Describe common methods to prevent infection with protozoa.