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Preventive Measures in Houses

Preventive measures for suspected cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) or for confirmed cases but do not require hospitalization

  • The specialists will assess the state of health of suspected or confirmed cases and determine the possibility of staying home.
  • If the decision is made to stay home, the suspected/confirmed cases must adhere to the following until the healthcare team has confirmed that they can return to normal activities:
    Staying home except for access to health care, this includes not going to work, public places or school.

    • Isolation by not having direct or close contact with other people living in the same house.
    • Reducing direct or close contact with others as much as possible and wearing the recommended personal protective equipment (facemask and gloves) in the event of close interaction with other people.
    • Wearing the proper facemask when traveling to and from the hospital. Cover the nose and mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing, then throw it in a trash.
  • Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after using bathroom; before eating; and after coughing or sneezing, if soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer that contains 60% to 95% alcohol.
  • Avoid sharing household personal items.
  • Ensure routine cleaning of high touch surfaces and tools with household cleaning products.
  • Monitor symptoms constantly and communicate with health authorities.

Preventive measures for family members in the event of a suspected case of coronavirus (COVID-19) or for a confirmed case but not needing to stay in hospital

  • Help the patient follow health instructions and take prescribed medications.
  • Monitor the situation and contact the health authorities to provide assistance.
  • Avoid direct or close contact with the patient as much as possible.
  • Stay in another room and prevent unnecessary visits.
  • Ensure that the place is properly ventilated with good air flow inside the house.
  • Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water frequently for at least 20 seconds, and if soap and water are not available, use alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains 60% to 95% alcohol.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth before washing hands.
  • Wear a facemask if in direct or close contact with the patient
  • Avoid sharing household items with the patient.
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