{"id":356,"date":"2021-01-28T02:41:49","date_gmt":"2021-01-28T02:41:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kinara2.branddfy.com\/?page_id=356"},"modified":"2021-01-28T16:05:18","modified_gmt":"2021-01-28T16:05:18","slug":"covid-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kinarahcs.com\/?page_id=356","title":{"rendered":"Covid Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Hero&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.22&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;0|0px|54px|0px|false|false&#8221; bottom_divider_height=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; border_color_bottom=&#8221;#efefef&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_margin_tablet=&#8221;||0px|&#8221; custom_margin_phone=&#8221;&#8221; custom_margin_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0|0px|27px|0px|false|false&#8221; 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Instead of an appointment in the office for the provider to address your concern, we can schedule a virtual visit where the provider will connect with you through audio\/video on your computer or smartphone<\/p>\n<p><b><strong>Please reach out to our office to discuss options for virtual visits.<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Visit\u00a0<u>CDC.gov<\/u>\u00a0for the latest news and regular updates including\u00a0<u>facts about COVID-19<\/u>.<\/p>\n<p>COVID-19 affects different people in different ways. Infected people have had a wide range of symptoms reported \u2013 from mild symptoms to severe illness.<\/p>\n<p>Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:<\/p>\n<p>Fever or chills<\/p>\n<p>Cough<\/p>\n<p>Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing<\/p>\n<p>Fatigue<\/p>\n<p>Muscle or body aches<\/p>\n<p>Headache<\/p>\n<p>New loss of taste or smell<\/p>\n<p>Sore throat<\/p>\n<p>Congestion or runny nose<\/p>\n<p>Nausea or vomiting<\/p>\n<p>Diarrhea<\/p>\n<p>Look for emergency warning signs for COVID-19. If someone is showing any of these signs, seek emergency medical care immediately:<\/p>\n<p>Trouble breathing<\/p>\n<p>Persistent pain or pressure in the chest<\/p>\n<p>New confusion<\/p>\n<p>Inability to wake or stay awake<\/p>\n<p>Bluish lips or face\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n<p><u>Measures taken\u00a0<\/u><\/p>\n<p>Appointment required<\/p>\n<p>Mask required<\/p>\n<p>Temperature check required<\/p>\n<p>Staff wear masks<\/p>\n<p>Staff get temperature checks<\/p>\n<p>Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits<\/p>\n<p><b><strong>What can you do to Stay Safe?<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you have symptoms (fever, cough, or shortness of breath) or if you think you have been exposed to<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>the virus, please call your physician right away.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Avoid close contact with others, especially those who are sick. Practice social distancing and avoid<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>travel as much as possible.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Wash your hands often using soap and water for at least 20 seconds. You can also use a hand sanitizer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>that contains at least 60% alcohol. Avoid touching your face.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Keep your mask on throughout your entire time in public. Even people without symptoms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>can spread the virus.<\/p>\n<p><b><strong>Helpful links to Stay Informed:<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n<p>www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.5.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does it Spread?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It is most commonly spread from person to person<\/li>\n<li>An uninfected person gets close (within 6 feet) to someone who is infected with the corona virus<\/li>\n<li>The infected person coughs or sneezes, sending corona virus germs into the air. The germs then land<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>in the mouth, nose, or lungs of the uninfected person.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It can also be spread from a surface to a person. If the corona virus gets onto a surface, like a cell<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>phone or doorknob, the uninfected person may get those germs on their hand by touching that<\/p>\n<p>surface. They can infect themselves simply by touching their mouth or nose.<\/p>\n<p><strong>KINARA\u2019S RESPONSE TO Coronavirus (COVID-19)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At Kinara Health &amp; Home Care Services, we are committed to delivering a high standard of care. Our top priority has always been the health of our patients and staff. Our clinical and management team continue to monitor the COVID-19 risks and we have developed targeted protocols to ensure that these risks are minimized.<\/p>\n<p>How is Kinara addressing COVID-19?<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>We follow the CDC guidelines and cooperate with local and state health officials.<\/li>\n<li>We constantly revise our policies and procedures in accordance to guidelines from the CDC, local<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>authorities, and clinical experts.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>We have developed targeted protocols to protect our patients and staff<\/li>\n<li>We provide constant updates and revised statements<\/li>\n<li>Kinara\u2019s staff have been advised to monitor their personal health and avoid reporting to work if they are ill, at which point they should be tested as quickly as possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What is Kinara doing to protect patients from COVID-19?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Kinara is monitoring the situation closely and following all guidelines provided by the CDC and other<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>governing bodies. The most critical components are infection control policies and procedures.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>We are screening all patients and staff for symptoms of COVID-19 along with travel and contact history, in accordance with CDC guidelines, before allowing access into our facilities. All individuals will be asked about fever, cough and foreign travel.<\/li>\n<li>Kinara has always maintained the highest standards for cleanliness and infection control in our clinics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Strict adherence to hygiene practices, infection control, and personal protective equipment policies<\/p>\n<p>have been heightened. Strict handwashing on entering and leaving the facility is firmly enforced. All<\/p>\n<p>patients are receiving masks to wear while in the facility waiting room and treatment area.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>All staff members are wearing masks, full protective gowns, and gloves while in contact with patients.<\/li>\n<li>PLR is limiting individuals in all clinics to those necessary for patient medical care and support.<\/li>\n<li>Any individual who develops fever, cough, or other symptoms of acute illness will be referred to a<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>hospital.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Home visits are being minimized at this time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What can you do to Stay Safe?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you have symptoms (fever, cough, or shortness of breath) or if you think you have been exposed to<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>the virus, please call your physician right away.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Avoid close contact with others, especially those who are sick. 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