id author title date pages extension mime words sentences flesch summary cache txt cord-343622-5270vdkr Bowman, Deborah American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy: Guidance for trainees during the COVID-19 pandemic 2020-05-30 .txt text/plain 3140 170 42 • Screening of patients, visitors, and staff for symptoms of COVID-19 • Ensuring availability of and education about appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) for various clinical scenarios, and strategizing with key personnel in the supply chain to avoid interruptions in provision of PPE and cleaning supplies (hand and surface disinfectants, soap, etc.) • Developing strict policies and procedures for isolation and quarantine after potential exposures • Providing robust educational materials about hand washing and other strategies to prevent transmission of infection • Separating patients with respiratory symptoms • Rescheduling elective, low-priority procedures and surgeries • Modifying workflows, processes, and making infrastructure adjustments to minimize face-to-face encounters at each possible point of contact while maintaining a satisfying patient experience • Limiting visits by people at higher risk of SARS-CoV-2 exposure (e.g., group residential settings, nursing home residents, etc.) • Providing easy access to SARS-CoV-2 testing and resources with up-todate information about the pandemic and any changes to institutional policies • Leveraging telehealth technologies for virtual inpatient and outpatient encounters and adapting coding and billing processes. ./cache/cord-343622-5270vdkr.txt ./txt/cord-343622-5270vdkr.txt