Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome

How is SARS Isolated?
  • Infection control must be sufficiently maintained at all times during home care.
  • Gloves do not replace proper hand hygiene.
  • Inform healthcare providers prior to evaluation of the SARS patient that any household members accompanying the patient are close contacts of the SARS patient.
  • Notification will help prevent transmission to others in the healthcare setting if necessary.[9]