Pseudomonas Awareness

Pseudomonas Awareness

Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a highly resilient, Gram-negative bacterium posing a significant threat in healthcare environments, particularly to vulnerable patients. This course expands on understanding its basic biology and characteristics, crucial for preventing healthcare-associated infections. You will learn to identify environmental reservoirs and splash zones, and master effective clinical and Environmental Services (EVS) infection control practices. The course also covers engineering and design measures to prevent contamination and introduces water testing methods for monitoring bacterial presence in hospital water systems. By recognising strategies for patient protection, you can help safeguard those undergoing invasive procedures from this opportunistic pathogen.