Perf-Based Stds, Adult Corr. Inst. 5th ed March 2021
Part 6: Healthcare
Comment : None.
Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Treatment guidelines.
Process Indicators : Offender health records. Completed medical isolation logs. Observation. Interviews.
5-ACI-6A-14 (Ref. 4-4355)
(MANDATORY) Management of tuberculosis (TB) in offenders includes pro- cedures as identified in the communicable disease and infection control pro- gram. In addition, the program for TB management shall include procedures for: • when and where offenders are to be screened/tested • treatment, of latent tuberculosis infection and tuberculosis disease • medical isolation, when indicated • follow-up care, including arrangement with applicable departments of health for continuity of care if offender is released prior to completion of therapy Comment : Plans for the management of tuberculosis may be based on incidence and prevalence of the disease within the correctional agency’s population and the surrounding community.
Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Treatment guidelines.
Process Indicators : Offender health records. Completed screening/testing form. Completed medical isolation logs. Observation. Interviews.
5-ACI-6A-15 (Ref. 4-4356)
(MANDATORY) Management of hepatitis A, B, and C in offenders includes procedures as identified in the communicable disease and infection control program. In addition, the program for hepatitis management shall include procedures for: • when and where offenders are to be tested/screened • hepatitis A and B immunization, when applicable • treatment protocols • when and under what conditions offenders are to be separated from the general population
Comment : None.
Protocols : Written policy and procedure. Treatment guidelines.
Process Indicators : Offender health records. Completed screening/testing form. Observation. Interviews.
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