The purpose of this course is to provide a basic overview of influenza (flu) and to prepare Healthcare Professionals with information regarding the history, symptoms, clinical course, treatment, and preventive measures associated with “the flu.”
Course Publication Date:
December 11, 2018
This course is available with
NO ADDITIONAL FEE if you have an active
one year unlimited membership!
| Author: | Denise L. Gray RN, MAS, BSN, CCM |
| Course No: | INF121018 |
| Contact Hours: | 1.00 |
| Delivery Method: | Online Self Study |
| Category: | Community & Home Health
Critical Care Medicine
Emergency & Trauma Medicine
Geriatric Medicine
Leadership & Case Management
Medical & Surgical Issues
Pediatric Medicine
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Learning Objectives
- Define influenza.
- Identify the common symptoms that are associated with influenza.
- To understand the difference between an epidemic and a pandemic.
- To understand the significance of 20th century influenza pandemics.
- Discuss the different types of influenza vaccines.
- Discuss preventive measures and treatment for influenza.