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Remote Laboratory Management: Respiratory Virus Diagnostics
Published on: April 6, 2019
Pandemic Preparedness
Casey E Godshall1, David B Banach1
1Department of Medicine, University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Farmington, CT, USA.
Abstract:
Pandemic preparedness is a key function of any health care facility. Activities pertaining to pandemic preparedness should be developed and maintained within a broader emergency management plan. The use of a Hospital Incident Command System can centralize coordination of the response and facilitate internal and external communication. This review addresses several components of pandemic preparedness, including incident management, health care personnel safety, strategies to support ongoing clinical activities, and organizational communication during a pandemic. Preparations addressing potential ethical challenges and the psychological impact associated with pandemic response are also reviewed.
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