Watch for Patients Who Need a Viral Test for COVID-19

October 2020

You'll hear confusion about who should get a diagnostic test for COVID-19...due to shifting guidance.

Plus testing capacity is limited in some areas. There are concerns high demand may even limit resources for labs to run other types of tests.

Involve your pharmacist if patients ask whether they should get a viral test to identify active infection with COVID-19.

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Table of Contents

Contraceptives Look Out for Oral Contraceptives With Similar Names or Packaging
Immunizations Listen for Questions About Vaccinations During COVID-19
Supplements Stay Alert for Patients Getting Risky Supplements Promoted for COVID-19
Influenza Prevent Issues With Antiviral Meds for Flu
Practice Watch for Patients Who Need a Viral Test for COVID-19
Immunizations Streamline Processes for Childhood Vaccinations
Substance Use Disorder Help Avoid Interruptions in Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
Med Safety Keep Skin Cancer Risk With Hydrochlorothiazide in Perspective
Alzheimer's Disease Double-Check Which Alzheimer's Med You're Dispensing