EMS Model PPE Donning and Doffing Procedure for Suspected VHF Case without Active Bleeding, Vomiting, or Diarrhea

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This document describes the steps for emergency medical workers to safely put on and take off personal protective equipment (PPE) when helping someone who might have a viral hemorrhagic fever (VHF), but does not have active bleeding, vomiting, or diarrhea. The guide helps protect workers from getting sick by showing the correct order and method for using PPE. It also includes links to more information about these safety procedures.

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Focus Area: Infectious Disease

Audience: EMS Clinicians

Emergency Management Stages: Mitigation; Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Decontamination; Emergency Medical Services; Hemorrhagic Fevers, Viral; Occupational Exposure; Protective Clothing; Infection Control; Disease Transmission, Infectious; Personal Protective Equipment

Institutions: National Emerging Pathogens Training & Education Center (NETEC)

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