ATTACHMENT 13- LEXINGTON VAMC BLOODBORNE PATHOGEN EXPOSURE MANAGEMENT PLAN.pdf
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This is a Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Management Plan (MCP 111-02) for the Lexington VA Health Care Systems in Kentucky, effective May 26, 2020 through May 30, 2025. The plan outlines protocols for managing exposure to bloodborne pathogens among employees, trainees, residents, volunteers, contractors, and visitors.
The document details specific procedures for exposure incidents, including immediate washing of exposure sites, reporting requirements, and medical evaluation protocols. Key elements include: post-exposure prophylaxis regimens for HIV exposure (specifying Raltegravir 400mg twice daily plus Truvada once daily as the preferred regimen), testing requirements for hepatitis B and C exposures, and follow-up procedures lasting up to one year. The plan assigns specific responsibilities to various roles including the Occupational Health Physician, Occupational Health Nurse, Laboratory Information System, Emergency Department Physician, and Clinical House Supervisor. It includes detailed flowcharts for managing exposures during regular hours (0730-1600) and after hours, with specific contact information and procedures for both VA paid employees and non-employees.
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BLOODBORNE PATHOGEN EXPOSURE MANAGEMENT PLAN
MCP 111-02
Lexington VA Health Care Systems Lexington, Kentucky 40502
Rescinded Document:
None
Signatory Authority: Effective Date:
Lexington VA Healthcare Systems Director
May 26, 2020
Recertification Date:
Responsible Owner: May 30, 2025 Infection Control Nurse
1. POLICY
To provide a safe and healthful work environment for our staff. The Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Management Plan is a key document to assist us in implementing and ensuring compliance with the OSHA standard, thereby protecting our staff. A copy of the exposure plan and the OSHA standard is accessible to all staff on the Lexington Intranet and on the Public Drive/+lnfection Control folder. To manage individuals (for example employees, trainees, residents, volunteers, contractors, visitors) exposed to bloodborne pathogens. This includes evaluation, testing, and post-exposure prophylaxis, if indicated for individuals exposed to bloodbome pathogens.
2. JUSTIFICATION
Individuals with percutaneous, conjunctiva!, non-intact skin or mucus membrane contact with patient blood/body fluids are encouraged to report the exposure and go immediately or as soon as possible to occupational health or the emergency department for post exposure evaluation, treatment and follow-up. Further management will depend on employee vs. non-employee status (see attachment A). Abnormal testing results of the source or exposed person are communicated to that individual by the ordering practitioner/surrogate. Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030 "Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens". (Also, see the Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Prevention Plan
MCP).
3. RESPONSIBILITIES
a. Occupational Health Physician
(1) Conduct initial evaluation, testing and prophylaxis during normal work hours (07:30 to 16:00).
(2) Follow-up evaluations, monitoring of laboratory tests during the period of chemoprophylaxis and post-treatment follow-up for a period of up to one year.
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