Pertussis Awareness

Course Details:

• Category: Disease Management
• Duration: 30 minutes
• Target Audience: All Employees

Course Overview: This training is for employees to have a better understanding and proficiency of Pertussis, also referred to as Whooping Cough. Pertussis is a commonly known respiratory illness that is a very contagious disease caused by a type of bacteria called Bordetella pertussis.

Training Includes:

• Overview of Pertussis
• Transmission and Spread
• Symptoms
• 3 Stages
• Pertussis in Babies
• Complications
• Treatment
• Prevention
• Precautions for Healthcare Personnel