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The school only offers the TB test. We can give it during one class session and read it 48-72 hours later at the next class session. Saves you time in going back for a reading. The charge is $15 for TB. ______________________________________________________________________ EMS students must bring copies of requested information to the school by due date on program schedule.
______________________________________________________________________ Varicella (Chicken Pox) History Form
Chicken pox (varicella) is now a vaccine-preventable disease. Chicken pox can be a serious and even life threatening illness in certain individuals. Several hospitals and clinical agencies with whom EMTS is affiliated with for clinical experience now require that we furnish documentation of a history of chicken pox immunity. DOES NOT MATTER IF YOU HAVE HAD CHICKEN POX IN THE PAST OR NOT. Option 1) Provide Two (2) separate doses of Varicella vaccination.
*Note: Varicella vaccines are given a
minimum of 30 days apart. As long as student has documentation of
receiving 2 shots at this point in their life they are compliant. Option 2) If student has never received any Varicella vaccinations or has no proof of any Varicella vaccinations in the past the student may provide a titer lab report showing immunity. _____________________________________________________________________________ Hepatitis B Immunizations
Current CDC guidelines are confusing and complex. If you have a
history of having a suppressed immune system please contact the school for
requirements. For those who are not immunosuppressed the CDC only
recommends a three shot series be completed and is valid for 22 years. Shot Series:
Typically it is a 3 shot series followed by blood work to verify results.
Fastest timeline: Shot #2 is give a minimum of 30 days after shot #1 and shot #3
is given a minimum of 2 months after the 2nd. * If student has records showing they have started the series but not completed all 3 shots a titer will not be accepted. Student must complete the entire series. Option 2) If student has no proof of any hepatitis B vaccines a titer test may be completed showing immunity. A lab titer report must be provided. NOTE: Waiver applies to only those students who completed the series and immunity cannot be obtained. _____________________________________________________________________________ TB PPD Skin Test Tuberculosis (TB) is a common and deadly infectious disease that is caused by mycobacteria. TB most commonly affects the lungs but can also affect the central nervous system, lymphatic system, circulatory system, bones and joints. An injection (PPD) is typically given in the skin followed by a reading taken 48 to 72 hours later. Option 1) Provide documentation of a negative PPD TB skin test valid for 6 months prior to the end of the course student registered for. NOTE: TB PPD documentation from pharmacy, clinic and/or doctors office must provide: *Name of manufacturer *Trade name given * Lot/batch # *Signature/Initials who gave immunization *Date of immunization given *Results in mm not just positive or negative. Option 2) If student is not permitted to complete a PPD TB test because of testing positive in the past the student must provide documentation of the past positive test result and complete one of the following;
a) Chest X-ray report
showing no TB present within 6 months prior to the end of the course student
registered for. The school does offer TB (PPD) testing in class for $15 which includes the reading of the test 48 to 72 hours after it was given.
______________________________________________________________________ MMR vaccine childhood injection(s) as well as a adolescent/adult booster shot. CDC suggests that you have:
Option 2) If student has documentation of only 1 round of MMR but not two the student must complete the series by getting another MMR booster. Option 3) If student has no recollection or documentation of any MMR shots a blood titer is acceptable indicating immunity.
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Tetanus: also known as lockjaw, is a rare, serious, and preventable disease that affects the body's muscles and nerves. It often arises from a skin wound that becomes contaminated by the bacterium Clostridium tetani, which is often found in soil. It is not contagious. Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis (Tdap): The difference between Td and Tdap is that Tdap includes pertussis which is whooping cough.
EMT-B students: Td or Tdap vaccine
within 10 years is acceptable. ______________________________________________________________________ Influenza
Influenza - Will be required for the upcoming 2017-2018 flu season.
(Only applies to EMT-B classes that conduct clinicals between November 1st and March
31st) Advance EMS Students: Children's Medical Center requires season flu immunization year long. If clinicals start and the current flu season immunizations are available the student is required to be immunized.
NOTE: Flu documentation from pharmacy, clinic and/or doctors office
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