Providing Safe Care During the COVID-19 Outbreak
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Methodist Hospital is always here to help – even during the current
pandemic. If you experience signs of heart attack or stroke, such as chest
pain or severe headache, or an emergent illness, DON’T WAIT. Call
911 or get emergency care immediately. DON’T BE AFRAID.
Don’t Delay -- Seek Care When Needed
At Methodist Hospital:
- Our ER is available 24/7/365
- We have segregated units for COVID-19 patients
- Every person entering the hospital is checked for fever
- Every person inside the hospital must wear a mask
- An abundance of Protective Equipment (PPE) is available
What You Need to Know About Coronavirus
As the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak becomes more widespread, the
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Los Angeles County Department of Health are monitoring the
situation closely, providing hospitals with daily updates. Know that Methodist
Hospital is closely monitoring the situation locally and is prepared to
care for those in need. For information on our Hospital Visitor Policy,
click here.
How to protect yourself and prevent spreading the virus:
- Maintain social distancing: shelter at home, avoid public gatherings or
groups of more than 9 people and remain at least 6 feet apart from others.
- Wash your hands frequently with soap & water for at least 20 seconds.
- If soap & water are unavailable, use an alcohol-based sanitizer that
contains at least 60% alcohol.
- Avoid touching your face.
- When you cough or sneeze, cover your mouth and nose with tissue, then throw
the tissue in the trash and wash your hands.
- Clean and disinfect frequently-touched objects and surfaces.
- Avoid close contact with anyone who is sick.
- Get a flu shot.
Symptoms of COVID-19:
- Fever >100.4° F. (or >38° C.)
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Difficulty breathing
If you are sick:
- Stay home. If symptoms are severe, call your doctor or visit an urgent
care center or emergency room. Be certain to inform your doctor or the
urgent care/ER receptionist that you are presenting with symptoms of COVID-19.
- Wash your hands frequently with soap & water for at least 20 seconds.
- If soap & water are unavailable, use an alcohol-based sanitizer that
contains at least 60% alcohol.
- Avoid touching your face.
- When you cough or sneeze, cover your mouth and nose with tissue, then throw
the tissue in the trash and wash your hands.
- Avoid close contact with people.
Have you recently traveled?
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If you have traveled internationally in the past 14 days or come in contact
with someone who is sick and traveled recently internationally:
- Stay home and call your doctor
- If you visit a doctor’s office, urgent care center or hospital emergency
room, please notify the staff about your travel history (or your contact
with others who are sick) and put on a mask.
What to expect if you come to Methodist Hospital
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All patients and visitors will be evaluated for COVID-19 before entering
the hospital.
- Each time you enter or leave a patient room, wash your hands with soap
& water for 20 seconds.
- Use the alcohol-based sanitizer outside the room often during your visit.
- Masks will only be provided if the patient is in droplet isolation. Ask
the nurse if a mask is necessary.
- During the time of your visit, please remain in the room with your loved
one. Refrain from moving in and out of the room, standing outside the
room, or meeting in a waiting area.
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Until further notice, our cafeteria is available to
employees only. Vending machines are available in waiting areas should you need a snack,
or you may request a guest tray with the patient’s meal for a small fee.
At this time of urgency, all clinical services at Methodist Hospital remain
open and available to provide needed care for all patients.
Additional information on COVID-19 may be found at
www.cdc.gov or
http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/Coronavirus/.