Application and maintenance of infection control processes and isolation,
oxygen supplementation,
monitoring vital signs and oxygen saturation levels,
assisting ADLs,
assessing respiratory status, function and breath sounds,
monitoring for signs and symptoms of conjunctivitis,
monitoring for signs and symptoms of secondary bacterial infections,
administering medication (inhalation therapy, eye drops, oral and IV) including antivirals, prophylactic antibiotics or antibiotics for secondary infections, eye medication for conjunctivitis, and IV steroids,
enabling respiratory care services,
administration of IV fluids, monitoring intake and output along with fluid and electrolyte balances,
providing comfort measures.
In more severe cases: mechanical ventilation care and assessments.
