Latest Science on Monkeypox Virus: What Nurses Need to Know

Description: This webinar will provide the most up-to-date scientific information about the monkeypox virus (MPV). We will provide a situational update on the outbreak and information on MPV transmission modes, high risk groups, treatment, vaccines, public health measures, and workplace protections that nurses and other health care workers need to care for their patients safely.

Learning objectives: After this webinar, participants should be able to:

Describe the current scientific knowledge about MPV.
Discuss the implications of MPV for nurses, their patients, and advocacy for safe patient care.

Presenters: Patricia Gonzalez, RN, Nursing Practice Representative, NNU, and Rocelyn de Leon-Minch, Industrial Hygienist, NNU

Date/time: Monday, Oct. 3, 2022, 1 p.m. PT/4 p.m. ET

This will be a 1-hour online webinar via Zoom. CNA/NNU members are eligible for 1 hour of continuing education credit. If you would like to receive continuing education credit for attending this class you can sign up to become an NNU At- large Member here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a Zoom link for the webinar.

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