When planning meets reality: COVID-19 interpandemic survey of Michigan Nursing Homes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Nursing home (NH) populations have borne the brunt of morbidity and mortality of COVID-19. We surveyed Michigan NHs to evaluate preparedness, staffing, testing, and adaptations to these challenges.

Methods

Interpandemic survey responses were collected May 1-12, 2020. We used Pearson's Chi-squared test, Fisher's exact test, and logistic regression to evaluate relationships.

Results

Of 452 Michigan NHs contacted via e-mail, 145 (32.1%) opened the survey and of these, 143 (98.6%) responded. Sixty-eight percent of respondents indicated their response plan addressed most issues. NHs reported receiving rapidly changing guidance from many sources. Two-thirds reported shortages of personal protective equipment and other supplies. Half (50%) lacked sufficient testin

SUBMITTER: Jones K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8007185 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature