Respiratory Infections in the Long Term Care Setting

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Learning Objectives
Identify some unique factors which may lead to the prevalence of respiratory infections in long term care facilities.
Describe the basic anatomy of the respiratory system.
Describe common diseases of the respiratory tract and predispose for respiratory infections.
Recognize common signs and symptoms of respiratory infections in long term care settings.
Recognize common types of respiratory infections in the long term care setting.
Identify consequences specific to respiratory infections to residents, healthcare workers, and society in general.
List some resources and tools to prevent the spread of respiratory infections in long term care facilities.