UTSW/BioTel EMS TRAINING BULLETIN
October 12, 2014
Purpose:
To provide updated information and guidance to UTSW/BioTel EMS Providers regarding the evaluation, care and transport of patients at risk for Ebola Virus Disease (EVD).
Background:
A second case of EVD in Dallas has been confirmed. A nurse who cared for “Patient Zero” at Texas Health Presbyterian Dallas during his hospitalization has tested positive for EVD and is now hospitalized.
EMS Providers shall remain vigilant in screening all patients for infectious diseases, including EVD, and shall strictly adhere to the recently-issued UTSW/BioTel EMS Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Disinfection & Decontamination, and Destination Decision-Making Training Bulletins.
ESPECIALLY CRITICAL: Attention to detail when removing PPE – “Buddy System” advised.
Refer to the following related documents for additional information & guidance:
UTSW/BioTel EMS TB 14-006 EBOLA
UTSW/ BioTel EMS TB 14-007 PPE
UTSW/BioTel EMS TB 14-008 DECON
UTSW/BioTel EMS TB 14-009 DESTINATION
UTSW/BioTel EMS System Destination Policy