Basics of Human Immunity and Microbiology (1cr)
Course unit code: TH00BV80
General information
- Credits
- 1 cr
- Teaching language
- Finnish
Objective
Objectives
• Students will know the meaning of immunity and the defence system
• Students will be familiar with the knowledge base and purpose of vaccination
• Students will know the meaning of care-related infections and the management of infection risks
• Students will know the significance of aseptic techniques
Content
Contents
• Key terminology
• Immunity and immunisation
• Management of infection risks and hygiene recommendations
• Hand hygiene, use of protective devices, safe care environment
• The most common care-related infections and the microbes causing them