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Patient Care Protocol for COVID-19 Positive, Suspected (Symptomatic)

and COVID-19 Negative Patients

Home Care and Hospice

JUNE 25, 2020

References:
1. Home care for patients with COVID-19 presenting with mild symptoms and
management of their contacts Interim guidance 17 March 2020 World Health

Organization.

2. 2020 Health Advisory #20 Updated Guidance for Health Care Personnel on Personal
Protective Equipment for COVID-19 and Work Restrictions Following Exposure
6/25/20

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/care-for-someone.html

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JD/RD/VA/TD 04.23.20

Revised and re issued 06.25.20

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