Screening For Ebola Coming To A Locaton Near You

Colleges today have a global reach providing educational services for arriving travelers.  Expect schools to develop (a plan) policy to address the risk of ebola.   Ebola changes so expect the processes to have ongoing updates.

Campus settings will need to know the closest inpatient setting that can serve transfers from the college location.  The medical lab will need to be biologic level 2 safety cabinet with use of BSL 3 plus precautions.  Always notify the lab prior to sending anything. Notify the public health department immediately with any concerns. 

Twenty one days has been defined as the period of time with increased risk.  Travelers arriving from areas near the presence of identified instances of ebola infection may be asked to monitor their body temperature.  A body temperature greater than 100.4 degrees would require additional assessment. 

On site policy may involve the person wearing a mask to reduce droplets if tolerated.  The person could be sent home if the trip does not involve public transportation.  The campus may have a single room with private bathroom available for the individual to stay in.  The single room should have a secure door that remains closed most of the time.   A pre-assembled kit should be available with supplies for the purpose of reducing the frequency of staff interaction.  The body temperature would continue to be monitored.  Zero symptoms after 21 days of arriving is considered safe. 

Extra planning is thought to help reduce the level of individual and group trauma experienced should a person infected with ebola need medical care in the United States. 

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