Is COVID 19 introducing a new model of internal medicine ward?

ConclusionsInternal-Medicine ward model is a ward strictly tied to the community both before and after hospitalization. COVID 19 proposes a new model of IM, nearly subintensive ward, with NIV and continuous monitoring of vital signs, long length of stay and low turnover index. Is this the internal medicine ward for the future?Key messagesCOVID 19 proposes a new model of Internal Medicine ward, nearly subintensive ward, with Non Invasive Ventilation and continuous monitoring of vital signs, long length of stay and low turnover index.Covid 19 mortality is strictly connected with the origin from territorial health-assisted residences.
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research