Clinics (Sao Paulo). 2020;75:e2094.
Management of patients with spinal cord injury during the coronavirus disease pandemic
Ricardo Teixeira e Silva
, Alexandre Fogaça Cristante
, Raphael Martus Marcon
, Tarcísio Eloy Pessoa de Barros-Filho
DOI: 10.6061/clinics/2020/e2094
General considerations for SCI patient care during the COVID-19 pandemic
The global COVID-19 pandemic has already caused an unprecedented impact on populations around the world and plausibly increased the concerns and anxiety of professionals and patients with SCI (). In addition to general recommendations such as social isolation (if feasible), avoidance of sharing household items, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and maintenance of personal hygiene, specific care for these individuals is essential.
Restricting visitors and caregivers and training patients and family members in daily care when possible would be beneficial. Preparing emergency supplies, removing attendants who are suspected as having COVID-19, and developing alternative plans in the absence of these professionals are crucial during this period (,).
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