Learn about the evolving Ebola epidemic and its various aspects including disease prevention, management and treatment, response to the epidemic, ethical considerations, and the post-Ebola global health landscape.
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Ebola Virus Disease: An Evolving Epidemic
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Anglais
Sous-titres : Anglais, Espagnol
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Université Emory
Emory University, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is one of the world's leading research universities. Its mission is to create, preserve, teach and apply knowledge in the service of humanity.
Programme de cours : ce que vous apprendrez dans ce cours
5 heures pour terminer
Introduction to Ebola
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
5 heures pour terminer
7 vidéos (Total 152 min), 4 lectures, 1 quiz
3 heures pour terminer
Patient Care of Persons with Ebola Virus Disease
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to: Identify the clinical features of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). Discuss risk assessment as it relates to the selection of personal protective equipment (PPE). Explain the differences between donning and doffing. Recognize the lessons learned from providing care to Ebola patients in the United States.
3 heures pour terminer
5 vidéos (Total 133 min), 2 lectures, 1 quiz
3 heures pour terminer
Prevention, Treatment, and Response
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to: List the different types of therapeutics for Ebola Virus Disease. Recognize the factors critical to the creation of a successful Ebola vaccine. Define plasma and recognize its importance in the Ebola treatment process. Discuss the response of various international actors to the Ebola epidemic. Recognize the role of communications both in terms of community level in West Africa, as well as at Emory University.
3 heures pour terminer
8 vidéos (Total 136 min), 2 lectures, 1 quiz
2 heures pour terminer
Laboratory Issues
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to: Discuss clinical laboratory considerations for Ebola Virus Disease.Differentiate between persons under investigation and persons with confirmed EVD. Identify where and how EVD laboratory testing is performed. Recognize the safety concerns surrounding the disposal of specimens and human remains. Explore the immune response to EVD and discuss the implications for future therapeutics and vaccines.
2 heures pour terminer
5 vidéos (Total 72 min), 2 lectures, 1 quiz
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- 2 stars0,50 %
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Meilleurs avis pour EBOLA VIRUS DISEASE: AN EVOLVING EPIDEMIC
par RB27 sept. 2015
Solid presentation, encompassing history, ongoings and future. In depth knowledge by presenters and partcipants. Course material organised, easy accessible, and presented i
par CA6 avr. 2020
Better than in-class because of variety and expertise of presenters and great on-site videos and graphics. I really learned a lot about this important issue from this course. Thanks Coursera! :)
par XY8 févr. 2020
This is a great course, with all aspects of public health, how it differs from individual health, and very relevant to watch now with the coronavirus outbreak, thanks!
par GB22 sept. 2015
Great course on Ebola. Very engaging and intense at times. Thorough and interesting.
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