By vgreene, 26 May, 2020 For info on disposition of pts who’ve recently given birth: see Considerations for Inpatient Obstetric Healthcare Settings
By vgreene, 26 May, 2020 Neonates w/ suspect/confirmed COVID-19 or ongoing exposure require close out-pt f/u after discharge
By vgreene, 26 May, 2020 Neonates who meet criteria for discharge do not require results of SARS-CoV-2 testing for discharge; results should be communicated to family and out-pt healthcare provider
By vgreene, 26 May, 2020 If separation not undertaken, use measures such as face covering by mother and hand hygiene. Cloth face covering should not be placed on neonates or children
By vgreene, 26 May, 2020 Considerations for separation: Clinical conditions of mother, neonate (eg, separation may be necessary for infants at higher risk [eg, preterm, medical conditions]); availability of testing, space, PPE supply; results of neonatal testing (ie, if neonate t
By vgreene, 26 May, 2020 Strongly consider temporary separation of newborn from mother w/ confirmed or suspected COVID-19 to reduce transmission risk. Examples include: separate room; 6-ft physical distance between mother and neonate; temp-controlled isolette if neonate remains i