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Student Handbook www.coastalbend.edu 19 Admission Procedures The learning community that is Coastal Bend College (CBC) is pleased with the choice How Is Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed? that each new student makes to begin the college experience with this institution. Stu- ● Diagnosis is made by a medical provider and is usually based on a combination of dents are welcomed and valued. clinical symptoms and laboratory results from spinal fluid and blood tests. ● Early diagnosis and treatment can greatly improve the likelihood of recovery. Every student should become thoroughly familiar with the contents of this Student ● How is the disease transmitted? Handbook which is intended to provide an overview of rules, regulations, procedures, ● The disease is transmitted when people exchange saliva (such as by kissing, or and general policy information. The Student Handbook should serve as a quick ref- by sharing drinking containers, utensils, cigarettes, toothbrushes, etc.) or come in erence, however, the Coastal Bend College Policy Manual is the official governing contact with respiratory or throat secretions. document. The policy manual is available online at http://pol.tasb.org/Home/Index/155 How Do You Increase Your Risk of Getting Bacterial Meningitis? The following requirements must be met and procedures completed before admission ● Exposure to saliva by sharing cigarettes, water bottles, eating utensils, food, to the college is granted. To be admitted to the dental hygiene, nursing and radiologic kissing, etc. technology programs, specific requirements in the curriculum section of this catalog must ● Living in close conditions (such as sharing a room/suite in a dorm or group home). be followed. What are the Possible Consequences of the Disease? Proof of Bacterial Meningitis Immunization ● Death (in 8 to 24 hours from perfectly well to dead) Texas Senate Bill 1107 requires all new incoming students who are 29 years of age or ● Permanent brain damage younger to show proof of a meningitis vaccination at least 10 days prior to the first day of ● Kidney failure classes. This includes returning students who have had a fall or spring semester lapse ● Learning disability in enrollment and are 29 years of age or younger. Students who fail to comply with ● Hearing loss, blindness this requirement may have holds placed on registration and may be unable to attend ● Limb damage (fingers, toes, arms, legs) that requires amputation classes until proof of vaccination is provided as noted on the Admissions/Registrar Office ● Gangrene webpage under Student Services at www.coastalbend.edu. ● Coma ● Convulsions There are exemptions and waivers to this requirement. This includes exemptions due to health reasons or reasons of conscience. Forms and additional information is Can the Disease be Treated? available on the Admissions/Registrar Office webpage under Student Services at www. Antibiotic treatment, if received early, can save lives and chances of recovery are coastalbend.edu. increased. However permanent disability or death can still occur. Vaccination Locations Vaccinations are available and should be considered for: The meningitis vaccination is available at local pharmacies, health care providers and ● Those living in close quarters health clinics in your area. ● College students 25 years old or younger Important facts about Bacterial Meningitis This information is being provided to all new college students in the state of Texas. Vaccinations are effective against 4 of the 5 most common bacterial types that cause 70% Bacterial Meningitis is a serious, potentially deadly disease that can progress extremely of the disease in the U.S. (but does not protect against all types of meningitis). fast - so take utmost caution. It is an inflammation of the membranes that surround the ● Vaccinations take 7-10 days to become effective, with protection lasting 3-5 years. brain and spinal cord. The bacteria that causes meningitis can also infect the blood. ● The cost of vaccine varies, so check with your health care provider. This disease strikes about 3,000 Americans each year, including 100-125 on college ● Vaccination is very safe - most common side effects are redness and minor pain at campuses, leading to 5-15 deaths among college students every year. There is a injection site for up to two days. treatment, but those who survive may develop severe health problems or disabilities. ● Vaccination is available at your health care provider. What are the Symptoms? How Can I Find Out More Information? ● High fever ● Contact your own health care provider. ● Rash or purple patches on skin ● Contact your local or regional Texas Department of Health office at (361) 888-7762. ● Light sensitivity ● Confusion and sleepiness Housing Students ● Lethargy Beeville campus students who plan to reside in on-campus housing must have a bacterial ● Severe headache meningitis vaccination no less than 10 days prior to moving in or be qualified for an ● Vomiting exemption. More information is available in the Housing Handbook which can be found ● Stiff neck online at www.coastalbend.edu under “Publications.” Exemptions as noted above may ● Nausea also apply. ● Seizures Immunization Requirements There may be a rash of tiny, red-purple spots caused by bleeding under the skin. These CBC is concerned for the health of its students. Immunization is an integral part of health can occur anywhere on the body. The more symptoms, the higher the risk, so when these care and disease prevention. Students can take an active role in staying healthy by mak- symptoms appear seek immediate medical attention. ing sure that all immunizations are current. State law requires that students be informed regarding the consequences of not being adequately immunized. 1. Measles (rubeola, red measles, hard measles, 10-day measles) is a highly conta- gious viral disease. Antibiotics are not available to treat persons infected with this 20 Coastal Bend College Catalog 2012-2013 Admission Procedures organism. It is strongly recommended that students of institutions of higher educa- the participating facilities, like hospitals, clinics, and child development centers. If there tion have two doses of the vaccine prior to beginning classes. Most young adults is a break in the enrollment, students must re-submit for drug screenings and/or crimi- have had only one dose. The measles vaccine is most often given in combination nal background checks according to program policy. Any criminal and/or drug substance with vaccines for mumps and rubella, which are also caused by viruses. abuse history will disqualify an individual from consideration in the following programs: 2. Tetanus (Lockjaw): The illness caused by tetanus results from the poison produce ● Vocational Nursing by bacteria. Again, this is a very difficult illness to treat once it occurs, and preven- ● Child Development tion is the most appropriate choice. The vaccine is effective for about 10 years and ● Dental Hygiene needs to be boosted at that time. It is now common for older adults to develop ● Radiology Technology tetanus in the United States as many adults do not receive the recommended 10 ● Registered Nursing year boosters. The Tetanus vaccine should be given in combination with the diphtheria vaccine. Criminal Background Checks 3. Poliomyelitis: In the United States, polio immunization is not routinely recommend- Criminal background checks will be conducted before admission to a program or during ed for persons 18 years of age or older. However, if travel to other parts of the world orientation. Criminal histories will include the following: is planned, a physician should be contacted for specific recommendations. ● Felony convictions ● Misdemeanor convictions or felony deferred adjudications involving crimes against Immunizations Needed a person (physical or sexual abuse) Students enrolled in health related courses that have or will have any direct patient ● Misdemeanor convictions related to moral turpitude (prostitution, public lewdness/ contact should have the following immunizations: exposure, etc.) 1. One does of a tetanus-diphtheria toxoid (Td) is required within the last ten years. ● Felony deferred adjudications for the sale, possession, distribution or transfer of The booster dose may be in the form of a tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis containing narcotics or controlled substances. vaccine (Tdap). ● Registered sex offenders 2. Students born on of after January 1, 1957, must show, prior to patient contact, ● Any acts of omission or commission by a person, as stated in the Minimum acceptable evidence of vaccination of two doses of a measles-containing vaccine Standards and Guidelines for Day Care Center administered since January 1, 1968, preferably MMR vaccine. Notes: 1. Director of Licensing for the Coastal Bend Region will provide the required Students born on or after January 1, 1957, must show, prior to patient contact, ac- documentation to allow each student to participate in lab experiences in the ceptable evidence of vaccination of one dose of a mumps vaccine. child development center. 2. If licensing/registry body approves an individual to take the licensing/creden- Students must show, prior to patient contact, acceptable evidence of one dose of tialing exam, the individual may participate in the clinical rotation. rubella vaccine. 3. Nursing students must complete the Board of Nursing background check. A 3. Students are required to receive a complete series of hepatitis B vaccine prior to the student who is required to complete

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