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Hospitalist management of COVID-19

Mayo Clinic hospitalists M. Caroline Burton, M.D., and Chandrasagar (Sagar) Dugani, M.D., Ph.D., discuss management of patients with COVID-19 from the hospitalist perspective. (Credit is available.)

  • November 3, 2020

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    Hospitalists manage COVID-19 by triaging patients and identifying risk factors for severe disease.

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    Common symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, cough, shortness of breath, and gastrointestinal issues.

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    Approximately 20% of COVID-19 patients develop moderate to severe pneumonia requiring hospitalization.

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    Laboratory evaluations for hospitalized patients include CBC, liver function tests, and inflammatory markers.

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    Infection control measures are crucial, including PPE for healthcare workers and limiting room entry for patients.

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Hospitalist management of COVID-19

  • November 3, 2020

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