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Using the Ebola Risk Triage Tool Template in CPRS - va 2026

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The document outlines the use of the VA-Ebola Risk Triage Tool for U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs clinical staff to assess patients who have traveled to Ebola-affected areas or been exposed to Ebola patients within the last 21 days. It details the process for initial patient identification, documentation in CPRS, and provides guidance on using a specific template that aligns with CDC protocols for evaluating at-risk individuals. Additionally, it includes contact information for Health Informatics Specialists and resources for further information on Ebola.

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Click 'Get Form' to open the Ebola Risk Triage Tool Template in the editor.
Select your patient within CPRS and navigate to the Notes tab.
Click on 'New Note' ensuring a location is displayed in the visit box.
Choose the appropriate note title for documenting Ebola Risk as per your facility's guidelines.
Open the Shared Templates section and scroll to find the Ebola Risk Triage Tool Template.
Once opened, fill out all necessary fields, including patient travel history and exposure details.
After completing the form, click on the 'Finish' button to save your entries.
Review your note thoroughly and electronically sign it to finalize documentation.

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What is the protocol for Ebola patients in hospitals?

Identify and isolate the Ebola patient in a single patient room with a closed door and a private bathroom as soon as possible. Limit the number of healthcare workers who come into contact with the Ebola patient (e.g., avoid short shifts), and restrict non-essential personnel and visitors from the patient care area.

What are two safety precautions that health care workers should follow to avoid contracting the Ebola virus?

Aprons or other fluid-resistant protective clothing must also be worn in these situations to prevent the workers clothes from being soiled with infectious material. Employers must: Provide respirators to protect employees from potential exposure to aerosols containing the ebolavirus or hazardous chemicals.

What type of isolation is needed for Ebola patients?

Recommended care includes volume repletion, maintenance of blood pressure (with vasopressors if needed), and maintenance of oxygenation, pain control, nutritional support, and treatment of secondary bacterial infections and pre-existing comorbidities.

How to screen for Ebola?

Ebola virus is detected in blood only after the onset of symptoms, usually fever. It may take up to 3 days after symptoms appear for the virus to reach detectable levels. Virus is generally detectable by real-time RT-PCR from 3-10 days after symptoms appear.

What is the standard of care for Ebola patients?

Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) standard (29 CFR 1910.1030). The BBP standard requires employers to, among other things, implement an Exposure Control Plan (ECP) and provide appropriate personal protective equipment when workers may be occupationally exposed to human blood or other potentially infectious materials.

How do you protect yourself from Ebola?

How to Protect Myself From Ebola Wash your hands often with soap and water. Use alcohol-based hand rub on your hands if soap and water are not available. Try to avoid close contact with sick people. If you or your child is sick, limit contact by staying at home to keep from infecting others.