Performing a CLIA-Waived Rapid Influenza Test
Credits : 0.3
About the Course:
Performing a CLIA-Waived Rapid Influenza Test is an important responsibility for Certified Medical Assistants in outpatient clinics, urgent care centers, and physician offices. In this microcredential, learners are introduced to the purpose and clinical significance of Rapid Influenza Testing, including its role in identifying influenza infections and supporting timely patient care and infection control.
Through immersive VR simulations, learners gain hands-on experience performing a CLIA-waived Rapid Influenza Test while following proper testing procedures, specimen collection guidelines, and quality control requirements. The course emphasizes patient preparation, nasal specimen collection, test processing, and adherence to safety and infection prevention protocols.
Learners will also practice interpreting test results, documenting findings accurately, and communicating results effectively to healthcare providers. The course highlights professionalism, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and accurate diagnostic testing practices essential in clinical settings.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the purpose and importance of quality control testing for glucometers in patient care.
- Understand CLIA-waived testing regulations and quality control requirements.
- Demonstrate proper patient preparation and specimen collection techniques.
- Perform a CLIA Waived Rapid Influenza Test following manufacturer guidelines.
- Apply infection control and safety practices throughout the testing process.
- Accurately interpret, document, and communicate test results.
Course delivered via LMS and requires an Oculus VR headset for hands-on VR simulations.
Workforce Development
At ImmerseLearn, we prepare healthcare learners with essential clinical and laboratory skills required in medical assisting environments. This microcredential develops competency in point-of-care diagnostic testing, specimen handling, infection prevention, result interpretation, and medical documentation necessary for safe and effective patient care.
By completing this microcredential, learners will gain practical knowledge and hands-on experience in performing CLIA Waived Rapid Influenza Tests. Learners will develop essential competencies in specimen collection, diagnostic testing, infection control, result interpretation, and medical documentation necessary to support accurate and efficient patient care in CMA and allied health settings.