National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service 2009 H1N1 I NFLUENZA T RAINING FOR EMS PROVIDERS.

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National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service 2009 H1N1 I NFLUENZA T RAINING FOR EMS PROVIDERS

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Objectives This program is designed to educate the EMS responder on the topic of influenza A H1N1 (H1N1). Upon completion of this program, the EMS responder shall have a basic understanding of the flu virus, detection, protection and treatment considerations for H1N1.

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Topics What is influenza A H1N1? How EMS personnel should approach the care of H1N1 suspected patients Any EMS specific situational guidance recommendations Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) availability and appropriate use Local surveillance and reporting of H1N1 for Public Health and EMS Recommendations on cleaning EMS Vehicles

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior What is Influenza A H1N1 Virus? Swine Flu is a disease of pigs caused by Type A influenza viruses Swine flu is typically a respiratory disease of pigs; however, swine flu has expanded to human-to-human transmission Swine flu is a type of Influenza-Like Illness (ILI)

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior What is its Current Status H1N1? The number of cases of H1N1 in the US and the world is changing daily The nature of disease outbreaks are different than “typical” disasters (Earthquakes, Fires, Floods) Must be prepared for long term operations Different local areas may respond differently based upon the circumstances in their community

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Can Humans Catch H1N1? CDC has determined that this influenza A (H1N1) Virus is contagious. Documented human-to-human transmission of H1N1 is now occurring in in the U.S. At this time, it is not known how easily the virus spreads between people.

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior What are the Signs and Symptoms of H1N1? Similar symptoms of regular human seasonal influenza. Fever (greater than 100.0º F or 37.8 º C), AND cough and sore throat. Body aches, headache, chills, and fatigue or lack of appetite. Some people with H1N1 also have reported runny nose, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior How does H1N1 Spread? Human-to-human transmission of H1N1 predominantly occurs through direct droplet transmission (Usually within 6-10 feet). This is thought to occur in the same way as seasonal flu, which is mainly person-to-person transmission through coughing or sneezing of infected people. People may become infected by touching something with flu viruses on it and then touching their mouth or nose (moist mucous membranes).

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Can Someone with the H1N1 Infect Someone Else? Droplets from a cough or sneeze of an infected person move through the air. Germs can be spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose, or mouth. Infected people may be able to infect others beginning 1 day before symptoms develop and up to 7 or more days after becoming sick.

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior What Can I do to Avoid Getting the H1N1? Wash you hands. Try to stay in good general health. Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious food. Try not touch surfaces that may be contaminated with the H1N1 virus. Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Assessment of “Influenza-Like Illness” (ILI) Begin the primary survey at 6 feet and Ask if the patient has had a fever (greater than 100.0º F or 37.8 º C), AND cough or sore throat The patient may additionally report lack of appetite or runny nose, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Ask if the patient has recently been to travelled to a country where an active cluster has been confirmed or with someone who has recently been to same.

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Special Patient Population Considerations Patients with the following medical history should be considered susceptible for ILI: Respiratory disorders: including Asthma, Emphysema and other pulmonary diseases Cardiac disorders Immuno-compromised Recent illness Pediatrics and the elderly

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior What should I do if I suspect an ILI? Before moving closer than 6 feet, Use PPE for respiratory droplet precautions (fit- tested N95 respirator, disposable gloves, gown, and eye protection). After contact with the patient clean hands thoroughly with soap and water or an alcohol- based hand gel. After caring for the patient cleanse the vehicle for respiratory droplet contamination.

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Situational Guidance Recommendations In the most common situation where EMS workers are providing care for patients with suspected H1N1 who are not known contacts of a laboratory-confirmed H1N1 case: – At a minimum standard barrier precautions for routine patient care plus droplet precautions for procedures that require close patient contact. – Standard barrier precautions include hand hygiene and the use of eye protection if splashing or spraying of blood or body fluids are anticipated. – Droplet precautions include all the standard barrier precautions plus the use of a surgical or procedure mask for procedures that require close contact.

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Situational Guidance Recommendations In the event that an EMS worker is providing care for a laboratory-confirmed H1N1 case, or an ill close contact of a laboratory-confirmed H1N1 case, precautions should include: Wear a fit-tested N95 respirator, disposable gloves, gown, and eye protection (face shield or goggles). Before and after contact with the patient, clean hands thoroughly with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand gel.

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior How to Reduce Respiratory Droplet Exposure? Standard droplet respiratory precautions will significantly reduce the transmission of respiratory illness. Providers can further reduce exposure by considering Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) rather than a nebulizer, supra-glottic adjunct airway devices verses intubation (Combitube or King Airways), and HEPA filters on bag-valve-mask devices or any Oxygen delivery systems (as available).

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Local Surveillance and Reporting of ILI If you come in contact with suspected incidences of ILI in the course of providing patient care you should report that information to the patient transport destination and your supervisor You should include documentation on the Pre- Hospital Patient Care Report of your significant findings

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) EMS Personnel should ensure that they have the necessary personal protective equipment Gloves, N95 Masks, and other standard equipment for barrier and droplet precautions Sufficient Types and Quantities of PPE should be evaluated based upon local provider needs

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Antiviral Treatment for H1N1 Infections Antivirals may be used as either a treatment to a confirmed or suspected case of H1N1 or as prophylactic treatment to exposed individuals under specified conditions At this time, prehospital treatment of patients with antiviral agents is not being utilized CDC recommends the use of Tamiflu (oseltamivir phosphate) or Relenza (zanamivir) as part of the treatment and/or reduction of severity of infection with H1N1 influenza viruses.

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Vaccinations At this time, vaccine to prevent H1N1 is not available.

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Vehicle Decontamination Perform a thorough cleaning of the stretcher and all equipment that has come in contact with or been within 6 feet with an approved disinfectant, upon completion of the call. Stretchers, railings, medical equipment control panels, adjacent flooring, walls, ceilings and work surfaces, door handles, radios, keyboards and cell phones that become directly contaminated with respiratory secretions and other bodily fluids during patient care, or indirectly by touching the surfaces with gloved hands.

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Vehicle Decontamination (con’t) Large spills of bodily fluids (e.g., vomit) should first be managed by removing visible organic matter with absorbent material Place contaminated reusable patient care devices and equipment in biohazard bags Clean and disinfect non-patient-care areas of the vehicle according to the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations Cleaning should be done with detergent and water and then disinfected using an EPA-registered hospital disinfectant in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions