Current concepts and controversies in control of Clostridium difficile

This course qualifies for 1 CE / 1 IPU and corresponds to the following Infection Prevention Unit (IPU) domain(s):

• Preventing/Controlling the Transmission of Infectious Agents
• Environment of Care
• Cleaning, Sterilization, Disinfection, Asepsis

At the end of this program, the learner shall be able to:

• Understand basic concepts regarding C. difficile transmission and control
• Appreciate areas of uncertainty or controversy in control of C. difficile
• Be aware of control measures that address asymptomatic carriers of C. difficile