Ebola

Ebola

SupportGPT ™ module

Learning outcomes > resource

On completion of this subject guide, you should be able to: 

Identify patients at risk of Ebola infection > http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/ohp-ebola.htm//$File/ebola-GPs.pdf

Carry out management of suspected cases as per Department of Health guidelines > http://professionals.scml.org.au/sites/default/files/pdf/alert/Ebola%20-%20Guidelines.pdf

Coordinate management of suspected Ebola with your local public health unit as per Communicable Disease Network Australia guidelines > http://health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/ohp-ebola-Information-for-Health-Professionals

Recall where to get up to date communicable disease information in Australia > http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/ohp-communic-1

Points for discussion

Describe your practice protocol for dealing with a suspected case of Ebola