OBJECTIVE

  • - To have a clearer understanding of COVID-19

OUTLINE

  • - Transmission
  • - Prevention
  • - Risk factors

TIME TO COMPLETE

  • - 1 hour

Covid-19

Coronavirus (COVID-19) is an illness caused by a virus that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a new coronavirus that has spread throughout the world.

COVID-19 symptoms can range from mild (or no symptoms) to severe illness. You can become infected by coming into close contact (about 6 feet or two arm lengths) with a person who has COVID-19.

COVID-19 is primarily spread from person to person. You can become infected from respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. When people infected with the COVID-19 virus breathe out, clear their throats, cough, sneeze, speak, or otherwise move air out through their nose or mouth, droplets of all different sizes, which can contain the virus, are ejected into the air.

You may also be able to get it by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it, and then by touching your mouth, nose, or eyes.

The best way to protect yourself is to avoid being exposed to the virus that causes COVID-19.

  • Stay home as much as possible and avoid close contact with others.
  • Wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth in public settings.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or use an alcohol- based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
  • Practice social distancing.
  • Buy groceries and medicine, go to the doctor, and complete banking activities online when possible.
  • If you must go in person, stay at least 6 feet away from others and disinfect items you must touch.
  • Get deliveries and takeout, and limit in-person contact as much as possible.

You can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 if you are sick by:

  • Staying home if you are sick, except to get medical care.
  • Avoiding public transportation, ride-sharing, or taxis.
  • Separate yourself from other people in your home.
  • Everyone is at risk of getting COVID-19.
  • Older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more severe illness.

 

COVID-19 diagnostic testing is done to find out if you’re currently infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019

***Other symptoms are signs of serious illness. If someone has trouble breathing, chest pain or pressure, or difficulty staying awake, seek medical care***

About COVID-19

  1. Symptoms can look similar to the flu. Symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat and shortness of breath, headache, loss of taste, fatigue,nausea, diarrhea, and may appear two to 14 days after exposure to the virus. And, because influenza is also a viral respiratory infection, they can look very similar. A diagnosis, taken by swab, is the only way to truly confirm the cause of the illness.
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  2. It’s primarily transmitted through droplets, and thought to be most contagious when an individual is symptomatic.
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  3. COVID-19 spreads mainly between people who are in close contact with one another (approximately 6 feet). The virus can be transmitted in droplets that become airborne through a cough or sneeze from someone who is showing symptoms of COVID-19.
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  4. However, the window before symptoms occur, known as an incubation period, lasts an average of five days.
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  5. Experts also do not know how long the virus can live on surfaces, so it’s important to take preventive steps like using proper hand hygiene and avoiding touching your face, mouth and eyes.
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    1. Certain individuals may be at greater risk for serious illness.
     
    • 6. Illness has generally been mild for children and young adults. However, certain populations are more at risk for serious illness. The most vulnerable populations include elderly people and individuals with underlying conditions, such as heart disease, lung disease and diabetes. These populations should take additional preventive measures when possible, such as avoiding non-essential travel and crowded spaces.
     
  6. 2. Protect yourself and your family.
     
    • 7. In addition to staying informed, encourages everyone to exercise precaution. To help protect yourself and others from the spread of infection:
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    • 8. Wash your hands. Soap and water are the best option. If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol.
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    • 9. Avoid touching your mouth, face or eyes. Wearing glasses or gloves may help remind you.
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    • 10. Cover any coughs or sneezes, throwing away used tissues immediately. Plus, avoid sharing personal items like glasses, eating utensils, towels or bedding.
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    • 11. Routinely clean surfaces. Clean and disinfect high-traffic areas, including doorknobs, handles and sinks.
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    • 12. Stay home if you’re sick.Know what to do if you’re sick.
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    • 13. If you are feeling sick, monitor your symptoms carefully. Contact your physician for guidance if you have symptoms of COVID-19, which can include a fever, cough or shortness of breath.

Please remember:

Do not go to your physician’s office first, as you could risk infecting others. Instead, call ahead to your physician to discuss appropriate next steps.

Stay home unless you are seeking medical care.

Try to restrict your movement to one area of the house, away from others. Clean and disinfect surfaces.

If you are exhibiting symptoms and do decide to seek help, wear a face mask if available to avoid infecting others.

If you are having trouble breathing and need emergency care, go to the emergency department or call 911.

Bottom Line

Even though there is still much to be understood, much like any viral infection, you can implement simple, everyday measures to help prevent the spread of infection to yourself or others.

COVID-19 can look different in every patient.

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Covid-19 QUIZ

    * Required Information

    1. COVID-19 is caused by a virus.*

    TrueFalse

    2. When wearing a mask it only needs to cover your mouth to be effective.*

    TrueFalse

    3. COVID-19 presents the same in every patient.*

    TrueFalse

    4. Everyone is at risk for getting COVID.*

    TrueFalse

    5. Social distancing, wearing a mask , hand washing, staying home when ill, are all examples of what each of us can do to help prevent the spread of Covid 19.*

    TrueFalse
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