In addition to a SNF's regular infection control policies and procedures, specific protections are needed to respond to COVID-19 and limit the spread of infection. These COVID-19 infection control policies and procedures may be used to address the particular risks and procedures needed to respond when residents and staff test positive for COVID-19, in accordance with applicable CDC guidelines.
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This sample policy outlines protocols for contact tracing and testing of residents when there is a confirmed or suspected COVID-19 case...
This sample policy identifies infection control measures relating to COVID-19 and staff, including screening procedures for staff members...
This sample policy outlines additional precautions for COVID+ and suspected COVID+ residents.
This sample policy outlines infection prevention and control and isolation procedures to be maintained when providing care for residents...
It is unlawful for a facility to detain and stop a resident from leaving the facility if the resident wishes to leave...
The CMS memorandum (QSO-20-14-NH (Revised)) states that health care workers who do not work in a nursing home, such as hospice workers...
Facilities should consider the necessity of the appointment to the resident’s health, and whether it is critical for the resident to...
Residents are not forced to eat in their rooms. Residents may still eat in dining rooms, however, nursing homes should adhere to social...
