UTSW/BioTel EMS TRAINING BULLETIN
October 12, 2014

EMS TB 14-010 Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) Update  (PDF Here)


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.

 

What has NOT changed for UTSW/BioTel EMS System EMS Providers?

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.


What HAS changed for UTSW/BioTel EMS System EMS Providers?

Nothing!  Remain calm.
EMS Providers shall strictly adhere to all current and forthcoming Training Bulletins and Advisories on this topic.

 

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