The Role of Nurses Telemedicine for screening covid 19

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Corona virus (Covid-19) is a pandemic disease that has currently infected many people and caused deaths all around the world .   During the initial stage of disease, an infected person can be asymptomatic and, therefore, they may not visit the hospital for any treatment. As a consequence, the spread of infection can easily go undetected.   This, in turn, can cause an increase in the  mortality rate. Therefore, nurses which are at the front-line in patient care should have knowledge about the signs and symptoms of the disease, the transmission process of the infection and the role of clinical nurses for screening. Telemedicine for screening  covid-19.  By applying nursing processes,  theoretical knowledge and nursing skills to the epidemic for preparation, response , restoration and repair,  the assessment of symptoms and prevention of the spread of infection to patients and staffs can be achieved.

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