Home Isolation: How to take care of corona patients at home, from rules to do’s and don’ts to diet, everything you need to know

Coronavirus has infected innumerable people and hascaused millions of fatalities all over the world since 2020. Once againcoronavirus has started disturbing nations with its second wave. India today,on April 16 has reported more than 2.17 lakh fresh corona cases and more than1000 deaths.

The hospitals are falling short of beds, vaccines, andother necessary health facilities. At this time, many people who are infectedwith the virus but have mild symptoms are under home quarantine. People areisolating themselves in their homes until they test negative for the infection.

Rules to follow during home isolation

The patient should be home quarantined only when havingmild symptoms. In severe health conditions, the patient should be hospitalizedand treated under the presence of a doctor.

During home quarantine, the patient should be isolated inthe room. The room has to be well ventilated and someone must be always thereto take of the patient. The washroom must be separate from the entire family.Anything the patient uses must not be used by other members of the family.

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Do’s and Don’ts

The windows of the room should remain open forventilation. The patient should be wearing a three-layered mask and it shouldbe changed every 6-7 hours. Avoid touching the surface which is touched most,and utensils, sheets, towels used by the patient should be kept separately.

The fever and oxygen level of the person isolated shouldbe checked twice a day. The body temperature should not exceed 100 F, and ifthe oxygen level is observed decreasing, the patient should be taken to thehospital immediately. 

The patient should avoid consumption of alcohol, smoking,or any other drug. Following the advice of a doctor and taking medicine shouldbe on the ‘must-do' list.

Diet for home quarantined patient

The patients shouldconsume fresh and plain food. The diet must be rich in protein. Spices likeginger, garlic, and turmeric should be used. Drink 7-9 glasses of water a day.Non-vegetarians should eat skinless chicken, fish, and egg whites. Coronapatients can have low-fat milk and yogurt, and the food should be cooked in lowcholesterol oil.