SURGICAL SITE INFECTION: PERFORMING INTERVENTIONS FOR PRE- AND PERIOPERATIVE PREVENTION

Course overview

Surgical site infections (SSIs) are known to increase morbidity and mortality, duration of hospital stays and health care costs, in addition to causing discomfort and negative psychological and financial impact on the patient and family. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of how to prevent SSIs through implementation of strategies during the pre- and perioperative phases of surgery. Readers can explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.