Table 1.

COVID-19 Clinical guidance for clinicians involved with the care of patients with suspected or laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 infection

From: ACC Clinical Bulletin—COVID-19 Clinical Guidance for the CV Care Team; March 2020

Devise clear plans to quickly identify and isolate patients with CVD and COVID-19 symptoms Advise all patients with CVD of the heightened risk for contracting COVID-19 and provide instruction for precaution In geographies with active COVID-19 outbreaks, telephonic or telehealth options should be considered in place for n-patient visits for patients with stable CVD Be aware that classic signs and symptoms of acute myocardial infarction may be overshadowed in the setting of COVID-19 infection Devise specific protocols for the management of acute myocardial infarction in the context of COVID-19 infection Place particular emphasis on acute PCI and CABG Craft protocols to limit catheterization and operating room time for staff, provide personnel protection and assess post-procedural sterilization Carefully assess the risk–benefit of less urgent PCI or CABG Providers should be mindful of their own health that requires adequate sleep and good eating habits.