Effective use of an advanced isolation unit during the COVID-19 pandemic: A retrospective cohort study

Abstract

We described a strategy for preventing virus transmission within hospitals through screening and advanced isolation during the coronavirus pandemic. Patients were screened and admitted to the adult advanced isolation unit from February to April 2020. Our process minimized exposure without delaying proper treatment and prevented virus transmission within the hospital.

Keywords

• Covid-19
• Cross infection
• Patient isolation
• Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2