New Jersey A3793 mandates health care facilities to screen workers and responders for COVID-19-related PTSD symptoms.
New Jersey A3793 requires health care facilities to establish procedures for screening health care workers and first responders for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms related to the COVID-19 pandemic. These screenings must occur upon intake for inpatient or outpatient services. Facilities must avoid redundant screenings unless clinically appropriate. Workers and responders have the right to refuse screening. If a positive screening occurs, facilities must offer assistance with referrals to treatment resources and provide links to informational resources.
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