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The TB skin test is also called the Mantoux tuberculin skin test (TST).
The two-step TB skin test will require 4 visits to your doctor. The TB skin test is performed by injecting a small amount of fluid (called tuberculin) into the skin on the lower part of the arm. Two days later you will visit your doctor again to look for a reaction on your arm. The result depends on the size of the raised, hard area or swelling. One week later you will visit the doctor a third time. The doctor will inject the tuberculin into the skin on the lower part of the other arm. Two days later you will visit your doctor to look for a reaction.
Only once in your lifetime.
Your doctor will order a chest x-ray. You will need to show the chest x-ray report when you have your Clearance Review appointment.
A chest x-ray is required every 2 years.
You will need a note from your doctor stating that you “are free of signs and symptoms of active TB.
The doctor is required to examine you every year to determine if you have any signs or symptoms of active TB.
You will be required to have a repeat TB skin test every year.
If you are in the Nursing, OTA/PTA or PSW program you are required to provide lab reports for MMR, Varicella and Hep B.
ECE students do not require lab reports.Your doctor can give you a Polio booster shot.
Your doctor should start you on a 2nd series of Hep B. You should also receive a MMR booster shot.
Yes. You can have your blood work done one month after your last dose of Hep B. This lab report will be required for your next clinical clearance.
Only once if you show immunity.
This vaccine is required every 10 years.
You will receive a link the evening before your appointment.
Files can be PDFs or images. Simply upload your documents by selecting the files from your computer or phone.
You will receive a Summary Report summarizing your immunization status indicating that you are clear for placement.
You will be advised what documentation you still need to complete via email and in the Summary Report. You will need to book a Return Clearance appointment to show these documents once you receive them.
You will receive a refund within 14 business days
If you are in the Nursing, OTA/PTA or PSW program you should take the Standard First Aid HCP CPR course.
You will also need to take the HCP CPR (BLS) course every year after you have completed your Standard First Aid course.
If you are an ECE student you should take the Standard First Aid CPR C course.This is a blended course. You will be sent a link to the online course when you register. You should start the online course at least a week before your in-person practical session. It may take 4 hours to complete.
Yes, you must achieve an 80% pass to attend the in-person practical session.
Please bring your test results to the practical session.The Standard First Aid course is valid for 3 years.
The HCP CPR (BLS) course is valid for 1 year. Nursing, OTA/PTA and PSW students must take this course annually.Please email support@premergency.com
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