COVID-19: Weekly Updates & Resources from CHUG
NEW CDC RECOMMENDATIONS ON SITE-WIDE COVID-19 TESTING OF RESIDENTS AND STAFF IN NURSING HOME FACILITIES.
In this article, you will find guidance on the following:
Preparing to perform facility-wide testing in nursing homes
Planning for specimen collection and data management
Coordinating reporting of testing results
Recommendations for conducting swabbing
Cleaning and disinfection between individuals
Additional Resource Library:
Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Patients with Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19 in Healthcare Settings (updated May 2020)
Framework for Healthcare Systems Providing Non-COVID-19 Clinical Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Mandated COVID-19 Tests for Long-Term Care Facilities
Developing your COVID-19 After Action Report & Improvement Plan