​​Hand Hygiene and Gloves: From Policy to Practice​ (CE: 1.0)

Course Overview:

​​Every patient interaction is an opportunity to prevent the spread of infection. In this MicroLearning, revisit essential hand hygiene and glove use practices that help keep patients and healthcare personnel safe. Through interactive activities recall when and how to clean your hands, apply the Five Moments for Hand Hygiene, properly use hand sanitizer, safely don and doff gloves, and overcome common barriers to compliance.​ 

Learning Objectives:

  • ​​Explain why hand hygiene is critical to preventing the spread infection 
  • ​Demonstrate when and how to clean hands and proper glove usage, including donning and doffing 
  • ​Identify barriers to compliance and strategies to overcome them​ 

Additional Information

Author(s)​​​​Rebecca Meara, MLS(AMT), MLS(ASCP)CM ​​​ 
Relevant CertificationsAllied Health Instructor (AHI)Dental Assistant (RDA)Medical Assistant (RMA)Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)Molecular Diagnostics Technologist (MDT)Phlebotomy Technician (RPT)Certified Laboratory Consultant (CLC)Medical Administrative Specialist (CMAS)Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA)Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Launch Date2026
Enrollment Expiration180 days after purchase

 

Course summary

Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Continuing Education (CE)

    AMT offers standard CE credits only for completion of certain coursework by successfully passing course quiz/assessment.

Course Start Date: 
08/04/2026
Course End Date: 
12/31/2099
Cost:
$20.00
Rating: 
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​​Rebecca Meara, MLS(AMT), MLS(ASCP)CM is a Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist in Hematology at Newport Hospital. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology from the University of Rhode Island and later obtained her Associate of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science from Bristol Community College. She enjoys education and outreach for the Medical Laboratory Science profession and is currently volunteering as a Subject Matter Expert with AMT on the EQS exam committee, or more specifically, the Hematology subcommittee. Additionally, she is a member of the ASCLS P.A.C.E. committee, reviewing continuing education resources. She spends her free time enjoying various yoga and fitness classes, reading, and spending time with her husband, son, stepdaughter, and chiweenie dog.  

Rebecca Meara has no financial interests or relationships to disclose. 

Available Credit

  • 1.00 Continuing Education (CE)

    AMT offers standard CE credits only for completion of certain coursework by successfully passing course quiz/assessment.

Price

Cost:
$20.00
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Additional Details:

  • Quiz Attempts: 5
  • Passing Score: 80%
  • Enrollment Expiration: 180 days after purchase

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