Implementation of a national testing policy in Dutch nursing homes during SARS-CoV-2 outbreaks.

Judith H van den BesselaarMarije SpaargarenMartin SmalbruggeFleur M H P A KoeneLoes TermeulenCees M P M HertoghBianca M Buurman

Published in: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society (2022)

Serial testing regardless of symptoms was only partially implemented. The response rate of 21% of nursing home organizations gives a risk of selection bias. Barriers to testing need to be addressed. A national implementation policy that promotes collaboration between public health services and nursing homes and educates management and care staff is necessary.

Keyphrases

healthcare
quality improvement
sars cov
public health
mental health
primary care
pain management
coronavirus disease
depressive symptoms