Question

This is a Discussion Board Question for Introduction to Clinicals. With the distancing guidelines being put into place, 1.How do you see healthcare industries changing the way we, as healthcare professionals, triage patients without the fear of coming into contact with an Infectious disease? 2.What changes do you think might be implemented, and How soon?

Answer 1

Preventive measures include handwashing techniques, covering ones mouth while coughing and maintaining proper distance. Wearing face mask and face shield while in triage. Self isolation if suspected as infected.

Environtmental control and use of appropriate personal protective equipments.

2.Emergency coordination team should be prepared and kept ready. It should have linkage with health authorities, emergency response centres and other hospitals.

Access to microbiology, wastemanagement, laboratory services everything should be according to the biosafety protocols.

The health personals at triage areas should ask a series of questions with upper respiratory tract infections or other contacts.

Qualified, educated and dedicated staffs should be present to manage any emergency situation.