Could it be Ebola?
Advanced Search
Select up to three search categories and corresponding keywords using the fields to the right. Refer to the Help section for more detailed instructions.

Search our Collections & Repository

For very narrow results

When looking for a specific result

Best used for discovery & interchangable words

Recommended to be used in conjunction with other fields

Dates

to

Document Data
Library
People
Clear All
Clear All

For additional assistance using the Custom Query please check out our Help Page

i

i

Up-to-date Information

Up-to-Date Info: To find the latest CDC information on this topic go to: http://www.cdc.gov/vhf/ebola/index.html

Could it be Ebola?

Filetype[PDF-3.99 MB]


English

Details:

  • Corporate Authors:
  • Description:
    Could it be Ebola? Fillable PDF with field for local health department contact information

    What SHOULD be done for a patient under investigation (PUI) for Ebola virus disease?

    1. Activate the hospital preparedness plan for Ebola.

    2. Isolate the patient in a separate room with a private bathroom.

    3. Ensure standardized protocols are in place for PPE use and disposal.

    4. Interview the patient for symptoms, contacts and travel history.

    5. Consider and evaluate for all potential alternative diagnoses.

    6. Ensure patient has the ability to communicate with family.

    What SHOULD NOT be done for a patient under investigation (PUI) for Ebola virus disease?

    1. Don’t have any physical contact with the patient without putting on appropriate PPE.

    2. Don’t neglect the patient’s medical needs.

    3. Don’t forget to evaluate for alternative diagnoses.

    4. Don’t perform elective tests or procedures.

    5. Don’t allow visitors without putting on appropriate PPE.

  • Subjects:
  • Document Type:
  • Genre:
  • Place as Subject:
  • Collection(s):
  • Main Document Checksum:
  • Download URL:
  • File Type:

Supporting Files

  • No Additional Files
More +

Related Documents

  1. Could it be Ebola
    :
    Description:
    Status:
    File Type:
    File Type:

You May Also Like

Checkout today's featured content at stacks.cdc.gov