CA-MRSA & ARDS Community-Associated Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (CA-MRSA) Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

CA-MRSA

At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Define what is meant by “CA-MRSA” and discuss the scope of its impact
2. Discuss the CDC’s role in regard to CA-MRSA
3. Identify the signs and symptoms of CA-MRSA
4. Discuss the Diagnosis and Treatment of CA-MRSA
5. Explain how the transmission of MRSA in the open community can be prevented
6. Explain how MRSA can become colonized Classroom and Correctional Settings

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)

At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Define what is meant by “ARDS” including discussing its Symptoms, Pathophysiology, Causes, and Prevalence.
2. List the steps needed for diagnosis, and the various treatment modalities available today
3. Explain the role of CT Scans and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
4. Discuss The Pragmatics of Prone Positioning
5. Explain what is meant by the Non-Ventilatory Strategies in ARDS