Safety practices and recommendations in government elderly care homes for the prevention of COVID-19
Abstract
Introduction: The COVID- 19 related mortality in elderly care facilities is a known challenge in many countries.
Objectives: To assess the safety practices among elderly care homes during COVID-19 outbreak
Methods: A secondary analysis of a survey in elderly care homes done among 19 randomly selected elderly homes in Southern Province. Guidelines used in Australian and United Kingdom were reviewed for the recommendations.
Results: Measuring body temperature among staff was not practised in more than 50% (n= lO) homes. Other safety measures are practising among more than 50% homes. Availability of hand sanitizers and face masks are more than 50% (n=13; %=63%). Availability of thermometers is very low. According to reviewed guidelines, the two countries have identified common important steps in prevention and control.
Conclusions & Recommendations: Residents and staff should be strictly advised to adhere with safety measures more logistics and trainings should be provided.
© 2021 Amila Chandrasiri, Shiromi Maduwage, Dilhar Samaraweera, Upuli Perera, Lushanthi Kannangara, Maheshi Wijayandara, Prasad Thilakarathne, Lashmini Wijerathne, published by College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka
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