Carson Tahoe puts temporary processes in place during the Coronavirus outbreak
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/12/2020 - 10:27am
UPDATED: When there is heightened concern around an illness, Carson Tahoe closely monitors the situation and implements enhanced infection prevention strategies, working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state and local health districts, and other local healthcare providers.
Coronavirus, the virus that is causing all the media attention causes an illness called COVID-19. Though the risk is still very low for contracting Coronavirus, Carson Tahoe is following the CDC recommendations by being proactive in their efforts to prevent COVID-19.
At this time, in an abundance of caution, we, like several other healthcare organizations, have implemented the following measures:
Controlled Access:
The main entrance and emergency room entrance at the Regional Medical Center will be the only way for the public to enter the facility.
The Regional Medical Center main entrance will be open from 6:00am to 6:00pm. Before 6:00am or after 6:00pm all public access is through the main emergency department entrance.
Volunteers:
To reduce risk to themselves and others, we are temporarily suspending volunteer operations.
Patient/Visitor Triage:
We have implemented a welcome triage area at the front entrance and the ED main
entrance, staffed with nurses, to screen everyone entering the building. If signs of a
respiratory illness are detected, the patient will immediately be presented a mask, isolated,
and screened for COVID-19.
Limiting Visitation:
To help protect against flu and other respiratory illness, we are encouraging community
members to not visit patients at any Carson Tahoe location. If you have a cough, fever, sore
throat, body aches, gastrointestinal and/or respiratory symptoms, do not visit patients in the hospital.
Protecting yourself:
You can protect yourself the same way you would protect against other viruses with a few common-
sense practices.
PLEASE Stay home when you are sick
— For the safety of our community, patients, and staff, Carson Tahoe Health asks that if you have a fever, cough, symptoms of gastrointestinal and/or respiratory illness, please do not visit patients in the hospital. If you are unsure of your condition, please call the COVID-19 Carson City Health & Human Services Hot Line at (775) 283-4789. Remember, the best way to contain any virus is to avoid crowds, stay home if you are sick, and wash your hands, wash your hands, wash your hands.
— Wash your hands thoroughly and often. Make sure you are cleaning between your fingers and under your nails.
— Avoid shaking hands, especially with those who appear to be ill.
— Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth as much as possible.
— Disinfect shared surfaces.
— Practice social distancing.
Since this is an ongoing situation, we will keep you informed as things change.
Please visit https://www.carsontahoe.com to stay updated with the latest proactive measures taken by Carson Tahoe.
Remember, the best way to contain any virus is to avoid crowds, stay home if you are sick, and wash your hands, wash your hands, wash your hands.
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