Chronic HBV and Nursing School?

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Hello all--I was recently admitted into an RN/FNP program which I am THRILLED about! As part of the admissions process I had to have a physical done and provide vaccination records. When I went to my PCP for the physical form, she told me that she would sign the physical form if I later provided proof to her that I had disclosed my Hepatitis B status to my school. When I got home, I called the local health department to ask them about disclosure policies--they told me that I do not have to disclose my HBV and that I may want to keep it to myself because of possible discrimination.

I feel very uncomfortable with my physician at this point. At the very least, I think it's time to find a new PCP.

Am I under any legal obligation to disclose my health information to my school? Can my school revoke my admission based on this?

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Specializes in Med/Surg, Ortho, ASC.

Do you by any chance mean HPV status? If not: what does HBV mean?

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Sorry for any confusion! I also apologize for the bombardment of posts--I wasn't sure which forum would be the best.

HBV is hepatitis B virus

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Specializes in Med/Surg, Ortho, ASC.

retracted

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Specializes in Cardiology.

disreguard

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Most schools allow you to sign a wavier form, which does not require further disclosure.

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Specializes in Hospital Education Coordinator.

no body's business and your condition will not keep you from being hired. Just don't bleed on people (as if!)

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Thank you for all of your advice! I think that for now I will mention it if it is ever clearly necessary in the program (i.e. my blood is leaving my body for any reason), but otherwise I will keep my condition to myself. I have no plans to actively bleed on my classmates or patients. . .this is why universal precautions exist, right?

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