Learning objectives
The course aims at providing students with knowledge relating to epidemiological surveillance, with particular reference to healthcare associated infections.
Prerequisites
No prerequisites required.
Course unit content
Epidemiological surveillance.
Epidemiological surveillance of healthcare associated infections, with particular reference to the Intensive Care Units and surgical site infections.
The outbreak management.
Full programme
Epidemiological surveillance of healthcare associated infections. Epidemiological surveillance in Intensive Care Units. Epidemiological surveillance of surgical site infections.
The outbreak management.
Bibliography
Signorelli C. Elementi di metodologia epidemiologica. Roma: Società Editrice Universo, 2011.
Signorelli C. Igiene e Sanità Pubblica. Roma: Società Editrice Universo, 2017.
Teaching methods
Frontal and interactive lessons with the use of informatic tools.
Assessment methods and criteria
Written exam in which the knowledge, skills and abilities acquired during the course will be evaluated.
Other information
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