Maybe explain a little bit about what covid 19 is; it is a respiration disease normally caused by a virus called SARS-CoV-2. Some frequent symptoms reported by patients who have contracted this disease include shortness of breath, fever, and cough. These are some of the primary symptoms. The secondary signs that are not common to everybody are diarrhea, vomiting, sore throat, fatigue, and loss of taste and smell. It is also necessary to note that some people with COVID-19 may have some mild disease.
In contrast, others will be hospitalized depending on their condition, for instance, if they have other underlying conditions. With this pandemic of covid 19, the term “quarantine” has been used worldwide. At least you cannot go for a day or two without mentioning it or somebody closer to you saying the same. Maybe it is the right time to elaborate on this term. This means in terms of covid 19. here is a simple Quarantine Guidance for COVID-19
What is Quarantine
Quarantine is a way of separating a person who has come into contact with somebody who has a contagious disease such as covid 19 for a given period in the order in the event they show the said symptom; they can be treated early before they start spreading it the general public so in short, Quarantine is essential for compacting the spread of the disease. While in Quarantine, you are excluded from your loved one and even everybody else; it is so traumatizing, but it is necessary to safeguard your loved one. This can be done at home, where you are assigned a special nurse who will be able to monitor your progress. These facilities have also been set up in the various hospital and even at the airport so that if visitors come to the country and portray that symptom,, they can be contained as soon as possible.
For COVID-19, the period has been set to between 10 and 14 days. According to the information released by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), you should stay in Quarantine for fewer than ten days from your last exposure. Experts recommend that because within this time, the symptoms of this disease start showing. You are good to go when you don’t show these symptoms.
Home quarantine guidelines.
Many people who test positive for COVID-19 show mild or no symptoms. They may not be hospitalized; instead, they are quarantined at home. Quarantining at home requires some precautions and measures to prevent the spread of the disease to other household members. The CDC guides patients and caregivers at home to protect themselves and other community members. A house suitable for quarantine is if it meets the following conditions:
-should have separate bedrooms where the infected person stay without coming in contact with others in the house
The house should have a separate bathroom for the infected person. If this is not available, the toilet should be disinfected after use to prevent the spread of the virus to other family members.
The person going for home quarantine should be stable enough; heavy should not be in a critical condition.
-Competent caregivers should be available to care for the patient at home.
-The infected person should have easy access to medical and other necessities.
Family members should have access to appropriate personal protective equipment and follow the COVID-19 measures and precautions required by the government. These measures include disinfecting touched places, regular hand washing, and personal hygiene as home care.
-The family members and caregivers must be educated on indicators for emergency medical care.
-The person on Quarantine should maintain a physical distance of at least 6 feet at all times. They should wear a mask when talking to others and self-monitor their symptoms. This includes watching for fever and shortness of breath and checking temperature twice daily. If these symptoms persist or develop in one of the family members who is not infected, contact the healthcare provider immediately for testing.
Do’s and Don’ts during Quarantine to Maintain Good Health.
-Stay in a well-ventilated room with an inside toilet while in your home, and ensure you maintain personal hygiene. Ensure you wash your hands regularly, wear masks, and sustain social distance
-Eat healthily. By these, we mean eating a well-balanced and nutritious diet daily. Ensure you take vitamin-rich foods such as fruits and vegetables and many proteins to improve your body’s immune system. Avoid fatty and processed foods. Ensure you eat every meal at the required time. Another thing about a healthy diet is drinking plenty of water. This will keep you hydrated all the time. Drinking enough water will help in eliminating toxins and maintaining good health. Take at least eight glasses of water every day. There are also healthy fluids such as fresh fruit juice from oranges, apples, citrus fruits, etc.
-Regular exercise. Exercising helps you stay fit and active when quarantined. Simple activities such as walking and jogging can positively impact your body. Breathing exercises are critical in maintaining good health. If you feel uncomfortable with these exercises, stop to avoid further complications.
-Take care of your mental health-being on Quarantine has been shown to affect our mental health. Quarantine makes people feel low, frustrated, anxious, stressed, and bored. In this case, individuals are advised to practice relaxing techniques such as meditation, sleep enough, talk to others, and avoid rumors on social media. All these factors affect your psychological well-being.
-The family members are advised to clean and disinfect touched surfaces, such as doors, tables, knobs, toilets, and bathroom surfaces. Always use hand sanitizer or wash your hands with soap and water
Always wear surgical masks when talking to others. Ensure you change the show after 6 hours. Dispose of used covers in a well-closed bin to curb the spread of COVID-19 viruses.
The clothes of infected individuals should be cleaned separately from others. The linens should be cleaned using a good detergent and dried under the sun. Other utensils of COVID-19 patients should be kept and washed in a different place.
What not to do
-Avoid sharing your items with others at home.
-Avoid going to crowded places
-Avoid any social gathering
-Avoid public transport when you need to go to a medical center
-Never take medicines without consulting a competent doctor.
These simple guidelines will keep your quarantine life fun and comfortable. For more information on quarantine guidelines, check out the Cathay Pacific website.
