By vgreene, 16 March, 2020 Consider strategies that prevent pts who can be cared for at home from coming to your facility: Use phone system to deliver messages to incoming callers about when to seek care at your facility, at an ED, and how to find info about care for COVID-19 pt at
By vgreene, 16 March, 2020 Separate pts w/ resp sx from other pts in waiting area: Identify a separate, well-ventilated space that allows such separation
By vgreene, 16 March, 2020 Encourage sick employees to stay home: Personnel w/ resp sx (eg, cough, SOB) should not report to work; ensure flexible sick leave policies consistent w/ public health guidance; ensure employees aware of such policies
By vgreene, 16 March, 2020 Conduct inventory of available PPE: Explore strategies to optimize PPE supplies
By vgreene, 16 March, 2020 Ensure proper use of PPE by staff members: Personnel who come in close contact w/ confirmed/possible cases should wear appropriate PPE