Coronavirus

Question 1

Receptor for SARS-CoV-2

Answer 1

Angiotensin converting enzyme 2 (ACE-2)

Question 2

General management of COVID patient

Answer 2

Test

Isolate with respiratory precautions

Proning

Thromboprophylaxis for all

If O2 requirement (<90% or 88% in COPD) dexamethasone

If severe add IL6RA (tocilizumab or Sarilumab)

Baricitinib can be added to above of severe

Question 3

Which corticosteroid should be offered in COVID infection? Dose and duration.

What is the alternative in pregnancy?

Answer 3

Dexamethasone 6 mg per day for 10 days

Prednisolone 40 mg per day for 10 days

Question 4

Currently circulating COVID variant

Answer 4

XEC