Table 4 Training received by nurses interviewed before entering the isolation ward
| Â | Theoretical knowledge | Skills | Others |
|---|---|---|---|
Content | Isolation zone division and layout Workflow of patient discharge and admission Preparation before entering the makeshift hospital Disinfection, isolation, and sterilization Basic knowledge of infectious diseases Infection prevention and control Updated diagnosis and treatment guidelines for COVID-19 Disposal of medical waste Deal with occupational exposure Outbreak monitoring, information collection, and reporting Current pandemic situation and work requirements | Personal protective equipment Hand hygiene Nasopharyngeal swab collection Environmental surface and wastewater sampling Patient excreta collection Respiratory exercises High-flow oxygen therapy Basic settings of non-invasive ventilators Ventilator management Cadaver handling | Emergency response for sudden events Psychological testing |
Time | Varies from 1 to 2 days up to 1 week | ||
Methods | On-site training or online lectures | ||
Assessment | On-site assessment or online assessment through recorded videos | ||