What’s Coming In - and How Do We Stop It From Spreading?
Candida Auris (C. auris) and other multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) are an increasing concern across healthcare settings. This presentation takes a practical, nurse-focused look at how MDROs can enter a facility, how transmission can occur, and - most importantly - what facilities can do to stop the spread. Through practical examples and case-based scenarios, facilities will gain tools they can put into practice immediately to recognize risks, respond appropriately, and help protect residents, patients, and staff from the often-invisible spread of MDROs.
Nurse Learner Outcome: At the conclusion of this session, 80% of participants will self-report a knowledge gain of recognizing the increasing presence of C. auris and other MDROs within healthcare facilities.
Learner Objectives:
- Recognize patient, environmental, and healthcare-related risk factors associated with the introduction and transmission of C. auris and other MDROs.
- Describe common sources and routes through which C. auris and other MDROs may be introduced into healthcare facilities.
- Identify common MDROs, including C. auris, and describe their significance in healthcare settings.