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Overview
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The goal of the TC for PMTCT Support Tools is to facilitate the
efficient delivery of essential PMTCT messages to:
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Improve the uptake of HIV testing among pregnant women and their partners
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Increase the number of women who know their HIV status
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Promote and provide appropriate PMTCT interventions
The Support Tools respond to a need in resource-constrained settings
for educational materials, job aids, and training resources to support the
integration of testing and counselling (TC) into antenatal care (ANC), labour and
delivery (L&D) and post-delivery (PD) settings. They promote provider-initiated, opt-out HIV testing
with rapid tests and same day results, the provision of TC services on first contact
between the client and the healthcare worker, and the use of group pre-test sessions
to optimise resources. The Support Tools were developed as a resource for:
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PMTCT healthcare workers--clinical (nurses, midwives, doctors) and
non-clinical (HIV counsellors, peer or lay counsellors, and outreach
workers)
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PMTCT programme managers
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PMTCT trainers
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Components of the TC for PMTCT Support Tools
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Pre- and Post-Test Session Flipcharts
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The flipcharts provide the healthcare worker with simple scripts
containing essential messages, open-ended questions to guide discussion, and
responses to commonly asked questions, while the graphics on the other side
reinforce key messages for clients.
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Protocol Wall Charts
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The protocol wall charts summarize the steps a healthcare worker
follows to deliver TC for PMTCT services. The wall charts are designed to be
posted on the clinic, delivery room and maternity ward walls as a reference for
healthcare workers.
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Client Information Brochures
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The brochures are single-page take-home leaflets for clients to
reinforce PMTCT messages received during counselling sessions. The Antenatal and Labor & Delivery Client Information Brochures were updated in August 2009.
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Reference Guide
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The reference guide provides detailed background information on
implementing and delivering TC in PMTCT settings and provides guidance and
support to healthcare workers to enhance the use of the Support Tools.
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CD-ROM
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The CD-ROM provides an electronic version of all Support Tools
components. These files can be modified and adapted to reflect country-specific
policies and context, and the adapted materials can then be printed locally and
distributed to all PMTCT sites.
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Download Support Tools
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Antenatal Support Tools
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| Antenatal Pre-Test Session Flipchart (20"x24")
for large groups |
NA |
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9.4MB
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| Antenatal Pre-Test Session Flipchart (11"x13") for small
group or individuals |
5MB
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3.9MB
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9.2MB
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| Antenatal Post-Test Session Flipchart (11"x13") |
4.7MB
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5MB
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15MB
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| Protocol Wall Chart for Antenatal Care Settings (20"x24") |
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3MB
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3MB
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| Protocol Wall Chart for Antenatal Care Settings (A4) |
108K
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46K
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31K
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| Antenatal Client Information Brochure |
2.6MB
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380K
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NA
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Labour and Delivery Support Tools
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| Labour and Delivery Pre- and Post-Test Session Flipchart
(5"x6") |
5.7MB
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6.5MB
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17.8MB
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| Protocol Wall Chart for Labour and Delivery Settings
(20"x24") |
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3MB
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3MB
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| Protocol Wall Chart for Labour and Delivery Settings (A4) |
132K
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| Labour and Delivery Client Information Brochure |
1.5MB
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680K
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13MB
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Post-Delivery Support Tools
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| Post-Delivery Pre-Test Session Flipchart (11"x13") |
7.5MB
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4.2MB
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7.7MB
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| Post-Delivery Post-Test Session Flipchart (11"x13") |
4MB
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13MB
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13.3MB
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| Protocol Wall Chart for Post-Delivery Settings (20"x24") |
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1.3MB
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| Protocol Wall Chart for Post-Delivery Settings (A4) |
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Reference Guide
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| Introduction |
1.1MB
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780K
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| Chapter I: Testing and Counselling in PMTCT Settings |
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| Chapter II: HIV Test Declined |
456K
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| Chapter III: Flipchart Cards - Suggested Scripts and
Complementary Messages |
967K
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615K
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| Chapter IV: Essential Skills for TC for PMTCT Programmes |
317K
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| Chapter V: Rapid HIV Testing in PMTCT Settings |
375K
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| Chapter VI: Implementation Issues |
275K
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| Chapter VII: Appendices |
4.5MB
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| References |
318K
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460K
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| Complete Guide |
8.5MB
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12.8MB
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Note
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The Support Tools documents are available in "Low-resolution" files in both Microsoft Word and PDF. The "High-resolution" PDF file (in the column on the right) includes only the artwork in a high-resolution format that can be opened in Adobe Illustrator CS3 or later. The low-resolution files, because they use less memory, take much less time to open and download. Whereas the high-resolution file is much larger and, as such, takes longer to download; we do NOT recommend downloading the high-resolution files if access to the Internet is slow.
Most users will only need to open and download either of the low resolution files. The low-resolution files can be used for most purposes, including editing and printing on a desktop printer. The high-resolution file is intended for use by those with "Adobe Illustrator versions CS3 or CS4" program. Graphic designers and printers are most likely to use these files when preparing a document for professional full color printing.
Acrobat Reader 5.0 or higher is required to open and view the PDF files. This software can be downloaded free of charge on the
Adobe
site.
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Adaptations
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Adapted Tools from Cambodia:
Adapted Tools from Mozambique:
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Ordering Information
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Free printed copies of these materials can be ordered from:
http://wwwn.cdc.gov/pubs/gap.aspx
or by calling 1-800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636).
For further information please contact:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
Global AIDS Program/PMTCT Team,
1600 Clifton Road, MS E-04,
Atlanta, GA 30333, USA
or email:
HIV-PMTCT-GAP@cdc.gov
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