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The immunization and health requirements for students entering healthcare programs at a university in 2017. It includes a list of necessary vaccinations, lab tests, and forms that must be submitted by specific due dates. The document also provides instructions for completing the forms and guidance on tracking down vaccination records. Additional information is provided about TB testing, including two-step testing and the use of IGRA tests. The document also includes a health history questionnaire and a family history section.
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Demographic form – to be used to create an account in our electronic record system where your records will be housed.
DMU’s History and Physical Exam form. A copy of a military physical is acceptable. Other forms will not be accepted. Physical exams dated within 1 year prior to registration are acceptable. The history form needs to be signed by the student. Make sure visual acuity is documented on the physical exam form.
MEASLES, MUMPS, AND RUBELLA —supporting documentation of the following:
2 MMR vaccination dates or positive IgG antibodies for measles, mumps, and rubella (lab tests) ****DO students:** Many 4 th^ year sites require titers for measles, mumps, and rubella. You will be submitting these applications during your 3 rd^ year. Some of those sites will want quantitative titers; qualitative titers (results are noted as “reactive” or “positive”) are sometimes accepted IF they have a reference range on the report defining what “reactive” means (e.g. “reactive: >= 1.90). If you get these titers done now, be sure to submit a copy of the lab reports in addition to your vaccination dates. Otherwise, please be mindful that you may need to get these lab tests later if you choose to apply to one of these sites.
POLIO —supporting documentation of the following:
Primary vaccination dates for polio; if vaccinated and dates are not available, a recent IPV (Please do your due diligence in tracking vaccination dates down now before getting an IPV. Call your undergrad facility, high school, elementary, pediatrician, primary care provider, former healthcare employers, military, etc.)
DIPHTHERIA, PERTUSSIS, TETANUS —supporting documentation of the following:
Primary vaccination dates for DPT (Please do your due diligence in tracking vaccination dates down now. Call your undergrad facility, high school, elementary, pediatrician, primary care provider, former healthcare employers, military, etc.) Tdap (1 dose) Tdap OR Td within 10 years of anticipated DMU graduation date
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HEPATITIS B —supporting documentation of the following:
3 vaccination dates (Please do your due diligence in tracking vaccination dates down now. Call your undergrad facility, high school, elementary, pediatrician, primary care provider, former healthcare employers, military, etc.)
Quantitative Hepatitis B surface antibody “HbsAb” (lab test, due no sooner than 1 month upon completion of the series). The results of this test should be in a numeric format or include numeric values in the reference range. A qualitative test may be insufficient for some rotation sites. We require the lab test in addition to vaccination dates. ****NOTE to DO students:** Multiple 4 th^ year sites require a quantitative HbsAb. The only time a qualitative HBsAb MAY be accepted is if there is a reference range on the report defining what “reactive” means (e.g. “reactive: >= 10mIu/mL). If you turn in a qualitative HbsAb, please be mindful that it could very well be insufficient for your 4 th^ year rotations and you may need to get a quantitative HbsAb in order to submit applications to those particular sites.
VARICELLA (CHICKEN POX) —supporting documentation of the following:
2 vaccination dates or a positive varicella IgG antibody (lab test). Date of disease is insufficient. ****NOTE to DO students:** There are a few 4 th^ year sites that require a varicella titer even if you have been vaccinated. If you’ve previously had varicella antibody testing after being vaccinated, please submit it.
sites that ask for additional labwork on their application paperwork, in addition to the measles, mumps, rubella and varicella titers and HbsAb mentioned previously. There is a VERY small chance you could also need a Hepatitis B surface antigen , and an even smaller chance you would need a Hepatitis B Core Antibody (total) and a Hepatitis C antibody for your 4th year audition applications. If you’ve previously had any of this testing, please submit it. Otherwise, MAKE A MENTAL NOTE OF THIS NOW, SO IF YOU END UP NEEDING MORE LABWORK IN A COUPLE OF YEARS, IT IS NOT A COMPLETE SURPRISE.
For those who have NOT tested positive in the PAST or those who have tested positive but are unable to procure any documentation from the positive test, complete ONE of the two items below:
Have the provider complete FORM A: TWO-STEP TB TEST (2 TB tests given 1-3 weeks apart, e.g. have test administered on Monday, read on Wednesday, if negative can get a 2 nd^ test the following Monday)
An IGRA blood test (i.e. a Quantiferon Gold TB Test or T-Spot)
Those who have tested positive, please submit the following:
A copy of the positive test record (may be a skin test or IGRA) A chest x-ray done after the positive test – submit a copy of the radiology report A record of a conversation with a healthcare professional regarding treatment/prophylaxis for latent TB infection; AND a record of treatment if completed (medication with start and completion date) Complete FORM B: TB ANNUAL SYMPTOM SURVEY
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Mail your records to: Des Moines University Attn: Jessica Sleeth, RN 3200 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA 50312
An e-mail will be sent to your DMU e-mail address upon receipt of your records, so please be sure to check your DMU e-mail before contacting me.
Once your records have been updated on Pulse you will be sent another e-mail asking you to review them for accuracy. Please allow some time for this to occur as it takes a little while to complete the data entry. Records will be updated before orientation.
Keep copies of everything you submit as you will need to produce this information throughout your healthcare career. DO students, in particular, will need to provide these supporting documents with many fourth-year applications.
QUESTIONS
Please don’t hesitate to contact me at jessica.sleeth@dmu.edu with any questions or by phone, 515-271-7801.
PENALTY FOR NON-COMPLIANCE Late enrollees will have 4 weeks after classes begin to complete the requirements. Failure to submit required items can result in the following:
*A student may request a waiver for a University immunization requirement in the event of medical contraindication to an immunization. The waiver must be approved by DMU’s Student Health Nurse, as well as the student’s respective College Dean/Program Director. Students must be aware that the requirements are established by DMU and affiliated clinical rotation sites. Failure to comply with immunization requirements will compromise a student’s ability to participate at certain clinical rotations sites that require those immunizations. Alternate clinical rotation sites that do not require immunizations may not always be possible. As a result, a student’s progression through their academic program and anticipated graduation date is likely to be delayed if clinical rotations cannot be completed. A student also may be unable to complete their clinical program and may not graduate if alternate clinical sites cannot be secured.
References: http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/pdf/rr/rr6007.pdf
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Hepatitis B: Q. My quantitative hepatitis B surface antibody was negative. What do I do? A. Verify the correct test was ordered. I frequently see the wrong test done (e.g. a Hepatitis B surface antigen or a Hepatitis B core antibody [both of which should be negative]) instead of the surface antibody. Students have 2 options:
Q. My quantitative hepatitis B surface antibody is still negative even after completing the series twice (i.e. I’ve received 6 doses). Now what? A. Follow-up with your healthcare provider. The CDC recommends additional testing, including a Hepatitis B surface antigen and a Hepatitis B core antibody.
Q. My hepatitis B surface antibody is not a quantitative surface antibody. What should I do? A. Hep B surface antibodies reported as “reactive” or “positive” are generally not sufficient. A reactive/positive result would be acceptable if there is a reference range noted on the lab report that defines what reactive/positive is, for example, “reactive: results >= 10mIU/mL” or if the lab report states “a positive result indicates immunity to Hepatitis B Virus”, or something of a similar nature. Quest is an example of one lab in which the qualitative result is insufficient.
Lab Testing: Q. What are titers? A. In the context of vaccinations, a titer refers to a lab test for immunity, the IgG antibody—not to be confused with the IgM antibody, which is the lab test done to confirm active disease. Titers are often done for measles (i.e. rubeola), mumps, rubella, and varicella. They can also be done for other vaccinations, such as polio, tetanus, and diphtheria. There are quantitative and qualitative IgG antibodies.
Q. I’ve had titers/antibody testing in the past and have the results. Do I need to have them done again? A. Once you have a positive titer, it’s generally good from that point on. You do not need a “current” titer, or need to have them repeated. The only time you may need to repeat a titer is if you are unable to produce adequate documentation.
Q. I’m not a DO student. Will I need additional lab tests? A. Clinical sites for the PA, DPT, and DPM students almost never ask for additional lab tests.
TB Testing: Q. What is an interferon gamma release assay (IGRA)? A. The IGRA is a blood test for TB. There are two types of IGRA’s, the quantiferon gold TB test and the T Spot. TB testing can be done using either the skin test or an IGRA. Not all laboratories do IGRA tests, as there are specific testing methods and the specimen must be processed within a limited time frame, and testing can also be more costly than two skin tests depending upon the facility.
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Q. I can’t find my childhood vaccinations. What should I do? A. You should check with your elementary, middle, and high schools to see if they have a copy. You’d be surprised what is still on file. You should also check your undergrad institution. County health departments are often helpful, particularly if your state has an immunization database, also check with your PCP or pediatrician. Parents sometimes have vaccination dates noted in baby books; former healthcare employers and the military are also some other options to check.
Q. What is Tdap? A. Tdap is a vaccine which came out in 2005. It is a vaccine against tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis. The CDC recommends one dose as an adult, and then one resumes Td boosters ever 7- years.
Q. Does the DMU physical exam form need to be submitted or is a physical exam documented on a different form acceptable? A. The DMU physical exam form is required. The only acceptable alternative would be a physical done for the military, documented on the DOD form.
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Marital status: Married Single Divorced Widowed Sex M F
Do you smoke? No Yes, quantity______________packs per ___________ Coffee/tea intake: _____________ cups per day Soft Drinks: ___________ per day Do you drink alcohol? No Yes, quantity _____________________
Do you have, or have you ever had the following:
Frequent and/or severe headaches Shortness of breath Frequent and/or painful urination Dizziness or fainting Sinusitis Other genitourinary diseases Concussion, head or spinal injury Asthma, wheezing Swollen or painful joints Hearing loss Chronic cough, hoarseness Broken bones Loss of vision, wear corrective lenses Hay fever Arthritis, bursitis Glaucoma Chronic or frequent colds Recurrent back pain Recent gain or loss of weight History of positive TB test* Recurrent knee pain Thyroid trouble or goiter Tuberculosis* Other musculoskeletal problems Frequent trouble sleeping Heart trouble or murmur Frequent indigestion Depression or excessive worry High or low blood pressure Stomach, intestinal disease Eating disorders Pain or pressure in chest Ulcer Other mental health problems Palpitations or pounding chest Blood, mucous in stool Skin diseases Other cardiovascular disease Liver, gallbladder disease Tumor, growth, cyst, cancer History of chicken pox Jaundice or hepatitis Diabetes Kidney/urinary tract infection Hernia Anemia, blood disorder Kidney stones or blood in urine Rectal disease, hemorrhoids Mononucleosis Difficulty with urination Other gastrointestinal disease FOR WOMEN ONLY Change in menstrual pattern Abnormal pap smear Treated for pelvic infection Other female disorder Fibrocystic breast changes Number of children born alive
*If history of positive TB test, please provide a copy of the record—date, results, and treatment, if recommended
Family History (blood relatives) Relative & Age Serious Health Conditions If deceased, indicate age and cause Other Family Health Conditions Who Father High blood pressure Mother Diabetes Siblings Tuberculosis