Antimicrobial Stewardship & Healthcare Epidemiology (Jan 2021)

A survey of severe acute respiratory coronavirus virus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)–positive healthcare providers: Household prevention measures and stress early in the pandemic

  • Sebastian Otero,
  • Leena B. Mithal,
  • Anum I. Khan,
  • Antonia S. Willnow,
  • Ami B. Patel,
  • Mehreen Arshad

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1017/ash.2021.221
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 1

Abstract

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Measures to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) spread to household members was assessed by surveying COVID-19–positive physicians and advanced practice providers. Showering and changing were more common than physical distancing. Half of respondents reported a symptomatic household member. Most reported increased stress, worsening of mental health, and concerns about illness and impact on family.