By vgreene, 31 August, 2020 If symptomatic, testing is needed. The individual must not go to work until test results known. If test is positive, individual may return to work after 10 days from sx onset and 24h from when any fever subsided on its own (w/o aid of antipyretics), and w
By vgreene, 31 August, 2020 Testing is necessary, unless already tested as part of facility’s operational plans
By vgreene, 31 August, 2020 If individual is in high COVID-19 transmission area and has attended a public or private gathering of >10 people (w/o widespread mask wearing or physical distancing):
By vgreene, 31 August, 2020 Even if the person tests negative, they should wear a mask, socially distance, avoid crowds and indoor crowded places, wash hands frequently, and monitor self for sx
By vgreene, 31 August, 2020 Educate pts that a single negative test does not mean they will remain negative at any time point after test
By vgreene, 31 August, 2020 If person is tested, they should self-isolate at home until test results known, and then follow HCP’s advice
By vgreene, 31 August, 2020 If individual has no sx and has not been in close contact w/ someone w/ known COVID-19:
By vgreene, 31 August, 2020 Educate pts that a single negative test does not mean they will remain negative at any time point after test
By vgreene, 31 August, 2020 If person is tested, they should self-isolate at home until test results known, then adhere to HCP's advice
