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. 2020 Apr 24;35(7):1351–1357. doi: 10.1007/s00467-020-04555-x

Table 2.

SARS-CoV-2 infection prophylactic strategies for HD healthcare staff

Healthcare staff training Regularly provided updated information about COVID-19
Epidemic history surveillance Any close contact with suspected/confirmed cases or epidemic area should be reported
Body temperature monitor Body temperature and any symptoms should be monitored
Personal protective equipment [10]

Disposable surgical or N95 masks and caps are required.

HD for medical observation cases: PPE performed according to the second level of protection standard, including N95 mask, cap, protective gown, goggles or face shield, shoe covers, and gloves.

HD for suspected or confirmed cases: PPE performed according to the third level of protection standard, including N95 mask, cap, protective gown, powered air purifying respirator, shoe covers, and gloves.

Hand hygiene Performed in accordance with the “Five Moments for Hand Hygiene” as recommended by the WHO
Adequate rest Adequate rest should be guaranteed