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  • Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is the virus causing COVID-19.
  • Understanding the epidemiology and history of SARS-CoV-2 is crucial for managing the pandemic.
  • Hospitalized adults with COVID-19 present unique challenges for healthcare providers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide nurses with evidence-based information to care for hospitalized adults with COVID-19.
  • To synthesize current knowledge on COVID-19, including its origins and transmission.
  • To outline risks, signs, and symptoms associated with severe COVID-19 illness.

Main Methods:

  • Evidence synthesis of existing literature on COVID-19.
  • Review of epidemiological data and historical context of SARS-CoV-2.
  • Compilation of clinical manifestations and risk factors for severe disease.

Main Results:

  • COVID-19 is caused by SARS-CoV-2, with a complex epidemiology.
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  • Specific risk factors are associated with severe outcomes in adults.

Conclusions:

  • Nurses require comprehensive, evidence-based guidance for effective COVID-19 patient care.
  • Implementing robust safety precautions is vital for protecting healthcare workers and patients.
  • Continuous updates on disease characteristics and management are essential during the pandemic.