CLEAN : Kenya tests front line health workers for COVID-19

The video discusses the challenges faced by healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the difficulty of maintaining social distance due to the nature of their work. It highlights the importance of testing for COVID-19 to ensure safety and the implementation of strict infection prevention measures, including screening and controlled movement within hospitals.

What challenge do healthcare workers face in maintaining a safe distance from patients?

• Lack of personal protective equipment

• Difficulty in maintaining a 1-meter distance

• Insufficient training on COVID-19 protocols

• Limited access to testing facilities

Why is testing important for healthcare workers during the pandemic?

• To confirm if they are infected and need treatment

• To reduce the number of patients they see

• To ensure they are not overworked

• To improve their communication skills

What is one of the measures taken to prevent infection in hospitals?

• Increasing the number of hospital beds

• Screening everyone entering the hospital

• Reducing the number of healthcare workers

• Allowing unrestricted visits

How has movement been controlled within the hospital to prevent infection?

• By allowing only emergency cases

• By controlling movement and distance in waiting areas

• By closing certain hospital departments

• By increasing the number of security personnel

What is the purpose of restricting visits to hospitals during the pandemic?

• To save on hospital resources

• To minimize the risk of infection spread

• To ensure patient privacy

• To reduce noise levels