Ohio In Top 10 States With The Highest COVID-19 Hospitalizations

The Cleveland Clinic and other Ohio hospitals are facing unprecedented challenges due to record COVID-19 cases. Hospitals are struggling with bed shortages, especially in the ICU, and staffing issues as doctors and nurses contract the virus. The situation is exacerbated by the highly contagious Omicron variant. Emergency departments are experiencing backlogs, with patients waiting for beds. Medical professionals are urging the public to help alleviate the crisis by taking preventive measures.

What is one of the main challenges faced by the Cleveland Clinic during the COVID-19 pandemic?

• Increased number of surgeries

• Shortage of vaccines

• Patients waiting in the ER for beds

• Lack of medical equipment

Which area in Ohio was identified as the starting point for the latest COVID-19 surge?

• Southeast Ohio

• Central Ohio

• Northeast Ohio

• Southwest Ohio

What is causing additional strain on the Cleveland Clinic's healthcare system?

• The highly contagious Omicron variant

• A new flu outbreak

• A shortage of medical supplies

• An increase in elective surgeries

How are bed shortages at the Cleveland Clinic being measured?

• By the minute a patient leaves

• By the number of ICU units

• By the number of available doctors

• By the number of new admissions

What message did a doctor from the Cleveland Clinic convey to the public?

• To avoid visiting hospitals

• To help by following health guidelines

• To donate medical supplies

• To volunteer at hospitals