Summary
- LTCHs are strongly encouraged to obtain consent as soon as possible and have consent forms completed at least 72 hours in advance of each home’s clinic date.
Actions
- Form is provided for use indicating consent is a critical component of the vaccine program and must be secured for vaccines to be given. Forms request specific PHI such as health card number and include screening questions such allergies, immune problems, pregnancy and written consent.
DISCLAIMER: This document has been reviewed by Ontario Health West staff. While staff has provided its summary and interpretation of key action items, every health service provider remains responsible for ensuring their own understanding of the document and actions items, next steps and/or accountabilities outlined in the document.