Covid-19

Precautions

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Most common precautions: 

Wear a mask.

Save lives.

Wear a face cover

Wash your hands

Keep a safe distance

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How COVID-19 Spreads

COVID-19 is thought to spread mainly through close contact from person to person, including between people who are physically near each other (within about 6 feet). People who are infected but do not show symptoms can also spread the virus to others.

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Where did the coronavirus disease outbreak start?

Was first identified amid an outbreak of respiratory illness cases in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China.

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What to do if you have pets

• Keep cats indoors when possible and do not let them roam freely outside.
• Pets or other animals should not be allowed to roam freely around the facility, and cats should be kept indoors.
• Avoid public places where a large number of people gather.
• Do not put a mask on pets. Masks could harm your pet.

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What causes COVID-19?

COVID-19 is a disease caused by SARS-CoV-2 that can trigger what doctors call a respiratory tract infection. It can affect your upper respiratory tract (sinuses, nose, and throat) or lower respiratory tract (windpipe and lungs). It spreads the same way other coronaviruses do, mainly through person-to-person contact.

Most recent questions

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What is recommended if a client shows symptoms of illness?

If a client experiences possible symptoms of COVID-19, separate the sick client from the other clients to the extent possible. One option could be to designate an area to triage suspected and known positive cases.

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What is the recommended screening process for those entering the facility?

• Do you have signs or symptoms of a respiratory infection, such as a fever, cough, or difficulty breathing?
• Have you come into contact with someone who is suspected of having COVID-19 or who is currently ill with respiratory illness?

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What if a staff member shows symptoms of illness?

To prevent the spread of COVID-19, it is crucial to monitor and take action when staff show symptoms. Staff members with symptoms should not report to work.

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How should we respond if families are not cooperative with our infection control recommendations?

Fully explain the risk in advance of not cooperating with their infection control recommendations. If families do not cooperate, it is the facility’s decision to deny or allow a visit if a denied visit could have potentially negative consequences on the client.

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How can we protect staff and clients from COVID-19 transmission during emergency procedures such as physical escorts and physical holds?

• Review techniques for avoiding restrictive procedures including relationship building, de-escalation techniques, avoiding power struggles, etc.
• Wear appropriate PPE:
• Clean and disinfect any equipment or belongings that may be contaminated after any close physical contact with a client who has confirmed or suspected COVID-19
• Store necessary PPE in various locations

Symptoms

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What are the common symptoms that COVID-19 and flu share?

• Fever or feeling feverish/chills
• Cough
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Fatigue (tiredness)
• Sore throat
• Runny or stuffy nose
• Muscle pain or body aches
• Headache
• Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults

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What is the difference between Influenza (Flu) and COVID-19?

Influenza (Flu) and COVID-19 are both contagious respiratory illnesses, but they are caused by different viruses. COVID-19 is caused by infection with a new coronavirus (called SARS-CoV-2), and flu is caused by infection with influenza viruses.

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Symptoms of Coronavirus

• Fever or chills
• Cough
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Fatigue
• Muscle or body aches
• Headache
• New loss of taste or smell
• Sore throat
• Congestion or runny nose
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea

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Some people are at higher risk to get very sick from COVID-19

• Seniors over 65
• People with certain medical conditions:
  • Cancer
  • Chronic kidney disease
  • COPD 
  • Down syndrome
  • Weakened immune system from organ transplant
  • Obesity 
  • Serious heart conditions
  • Pregnancy
  • Sickle cell disease
  • Smoking
  • Type 2 diabetes

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United States COVID-19 Cases and Deaths by State

TOTAL CASES

26,852,809

+91,762 New Cases

TOTAL DEATHS

462,037

+1,455 New Deaths

Treatment

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When to seek emergency medical attention

• Trouble breathing
• Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
• New confusion
• Inability to wake or stay awake
• Bluish lips or face

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Does vitamin D protect against COVID-19?

There is some evidence to suggest that vitamin D might help protect against becoming infected with, and developing serious symptoms of, COVID-19. We know, for example, that people with low vitamin D levels may be more susceptible to upper respiratory tract infections.

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Currently, two vaccines are authorized and recommended to prevent COVID-19:

• Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine.
• Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine

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There are 2 main categories of tests in the fight against Covid-19

- Diagnostic test: can tell you if you are currently have an infection. 

- Antibody test: sometimes called the serology test. Antibodies are produced by your body when you're infected by the virus and help your immune system fight off the infection. 

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Common side effects after Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine

On the arm where you got the shot:

• Pain
• Swelling.                                        Throughout the rest of your body:
  • Fever
  • Chills
  • Tiredness
  • Headache

MA's role

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What is the most effective technique to spread the virus?

HAND WASHING !!!!!!

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Daily responsibilities for the MA?

- Taking viral signs 

- Ask the patient how is feeling

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How to Protect Yourself & Others

• Wear a mask to protect yourself and others and stop the spread of COVID-19.
• Stay at least 6 feet (about 2 arm lengths) from others who don’t live with you.
• Avoid crowds. The more people you are in contact with, the more likely you are to be exposed to COVID-19.

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What medications can doctors use for people hospitalized with COVID-19?

• Dexamethasone
• Remdesivir
• Baricitinib in combination with remdesivir
• Anticoagulation drugs ("blood thinners")

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How can we provide education to patients about COVID-19?

• CDC: Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Facility
  
  
• CDC: COVID-19 Guidance for Shared or Congregate Housing
  
  
• CDC: Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Patients with Suspected or Confirmed Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Healthcare Settings
  
  
• CMS: Guidance for Infection Control and Prevention of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IIDs) and Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facilities (PRTFs) (PDF)
  
  
• COVID-19 Cleaning and Disinfecting Guidance for Schools and Child Care Programs
  
  
• COVID-19 Toolkit: Information for Long-Term Care Facilities (PDF)
  
  
• Evaluating and Testing: COVID-19
  
  
• COVID-19 Prevention Guidance for Youth, Student, and Child Care Programs (PDF)
  
  
• Interim Guidance on Facemasks as a Source Control Measure (PDF)
  
  
• Masking Recommendations for Child Care and Schools: COVID-19