This module is intended for health care professionals who provide care to individuals living in communal health care settings. It is also relevant for caregivers providing in-home care. Completing the series will enhance the learner’s knowledge on how to recognize the sign and symptoms of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), how it is transmitted, risks associated with RSV and strategies to prevent the spread of the virus.
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) In Older Adults: An Overview
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) In Older Adults: Prevention
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Information on RVS infection.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Recommends Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Vaccine for Older Adults
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, This announcement highlights the updated guidance on respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) prevention and management for public health.
Preventing and Controlling Respiratory Illness Outbreaks in Long-Term Care Facilities
Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Information on preventing and controlling respiratory illness outbreaks in long-term care facilities and other health care settings.
Transmission-Based Precautions
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Recommendation details for transmission-based precautions.
Hand Hygiene (HH)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Education on hand hygiene for patients in health care settings.
CDC Advisers Recommend RSV Shot for Older Adults Whose Physicians are on Board
McKights, This article discusses CDC advisors' recommendations for administering the RSV vaccine to older adults with physician approval.
What is RSV?
GSK, The piece outlines expert guidance for vaccinating older adults against RSV, emphasizing the importance of physician consent in the process.
Use of Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccines in Older Adults: Recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices