contraceptives
Where are the two locations for finding plan B on campus?
Habif and Zenker
What is the most common symptom of any curable STI?
NO SYMPTOMS
What does SLU guarantee that the other hospitals in our area do not?
SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner)
What is a question you can ask callers to help narrow down a hospital to go to?
Are there any specific concerns you have about a hospital?
What is your access to transportation like?
What questions do you have about X hospitals?
T/F: Ella is provided OTC at Habif
False, Ella is available with a prescription from a provider at Habif.
Where can I find free access to PEP?
BJC, RSVP Center
What does Barnes’ VOV policy mean?
Their name will be blacked out in the system and their room # will be disclosed to few people.
What should I tell a caller to bring with them to the hospital?
A phone charger, something to do, a spare change of clothes, a comfort item. Anything that can be used as evidence (sheets, clothes) make sure to bring in a paper bag.
Order these birth control options from least to most effective:
patch, spermicide, IUD, condoms
Spermicide -> condoms –> Patch –> IUD
What is the difference between PrEP and PEP
PrEp is pre exposure so it is taken before possible exposure to HIV while PEp is post exposure so it is taken after possible exposure.
What is the difference between a SANE and a SART?
SANEs are nurses who have completed specialized training to perform evidence collection kits. SARTs are advocates who can stay with a survivor (if they want) throughout the hospital process.
What if the caller tells me they have already showered but they still want to complete an evidence collection kit:
That is ok! Still go!
When should you take emergency contraception if you are on the pill?
If you miss any non-placebo pill and are worried about pregnancy.
Which one of these is not like the others? Why?
Syphilis, Herpes, Gonorrhea
Herpes, because it's not curable
Do I have to tell the triage nurse I have been assaulted to obtain an evidence collection kit?
No. I have the option to write it down or state that I need a SANE.
Do I have to submit a police report if I get the evidence collection kit?
No! All evidence will be stored for 5 years or until 23rd birthday whatever comes last.
Are we healthcare professionals? What would you say as a caveat during a call?
No! Something like: “I just wanted to let you know I am not a medical professional so won’t be able to give you any medical advice but I am definitely happy to give some general information or even look things up together. How does that sound?”
Where can I find HIV/STI testing
The Spot Youth Center
Do I have to pay for my evidence collection kit in the state of Missouri?
No, Missouri covers forensic exams.
The caller is planning to go to BJC to receive an evidence collection kit and they live in St. Louis County BUT last night they went over to a Lindenwood University dorm. If they want to file a report, which county should they file it in?
St. Charles county. Reports are filed in the county that the assault occurred.