learning Objectives - Describe the sources of infection and growth of microbes. Explain the transmission of infection and the principles in collecting specimens
Hours - 4
Teaching and Learning Activities - Lecture Demonstrations Specimens Explain using charts
Assessment Methods - Short answer Objective type Essay type
Content of the chapter
a) Sources and types of infection,
nosocomial infection.
b) Factors affecting growth of
microbes.
c) Cycle of transmission of infection
portals of entry, exit, modes of
transfer.
d) Reaction of body to infection,
mechanism of resistance.
e) Collection of specimens.