Author: Patricia Rios; Amruta Radhakrishnan; Sonia M. Thomas; Nazia Darvesh; Sharon E. Straus; Andrea C. Tricco
Title: Guidelines for preventing respiratory illness in older adults aged 60 years and above living in long-term care: A rapid review of clinical practice guidelines Document date: 2020_3_26
ID: kwncu3ji_362
Snippet: Admissions of new residents into the facility should be restricted. Depending upon the extent of the outbreak and the physical layout of the building, the restriction on admissions might be applied to one floor, one wing or the entire facility. The 21 RCF_Guidelines rationale for restriction on admissions is related to both the risk of infection for the newly admitted resident and potential to prolong the outbreak by adding new, potentially susce.....
Document: Admissions of new residents into the facility should be restricted. Depending upon the extent of the outbreak and the physical layout of the building, the restriction on admissions might be applied to one floor, one wing or the entire facility. The 21 RCF_Guidelines rationale for restriction on admissions is related to both the risk of infection for the newly admitted resident and potential to prolong the outbreak by adding new, potentially susceptible residents. Though normally not recommended, if important for resident wellbeing, admissions may be reconsidered once outbreak controls are having effect. To clarify the extent to which restrictions may be relaxed, consult with your PHU.
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