Postacute Care Preparedness for COVID-19
David C. Grabowski, Karen E. Joynt Maddox
Abstract
This Viewpoint discusses the second surge of COVID-19 patients on postacute care facilities and offers suggestions on how the medical community and policy makers should prepare by ensuring adequate infrastructure, staff training, and protective equipment.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineCoronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)PreparednessSurge Capacity2019-20 coronavirus outbreakMedical emergencySevere acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)Personal protective equipmentViral therapyMEDLINEPandemicVirologyPathologyDiseaseOutbreakPolitical scienceInfectious disease (medical specialty)LawIntensive Care Unit Cognitive DisordersGeriatric Care and Nursing HomesFamily and Patient Care in Intensive Care Units