C.M.R. 02, 031, ch. 490, att. 031-490-B

Current through 2025-03, January 15, 2025
Attachment 031-490-B - Points to Cover for a Positive HIV Result

Emotional impact of test

____ Emotional/coping assessment

____ Support system assessment

____ Suicide assessment

____ Follow-up appointment if necessary

Meaning of test

____ Anonymity/Confidentiality and restrictions on release of test results

____ Nature and reliability

____ Difference between HIV and AIDS; HIV disease progression

Medical follow-up

____ Prompt medical evaluation

____ Importance of early treatment

____ Immune system protection

____ Co-factors

____ STD / HEP / TB screening

____ Pregnancy options

Risk reduction

____ Importance of risk reduction for health maintenance and protection of partners

____ Risk/harm reduction plan formulated

Partner Counseling and Referral Services

____ Importance of informing sex/needle-sharing partner(s)

____ Assistance offered (coaching, role-play, or actually talking with partners)

____ Offer and explain Maine CDC Anonymous Partner Notification

____ Request assistance from Maine CDC

____ Client will: ____ use Maine CDC PCRS

____ History of blood/ semen/body fluid/organ donation discussed

COUNSELOR SIGNATURE / DATE:

C.M.R. 02, 031, ch. 490, att. 031-490-B