CLEAN : Surviving COVID-19: 'I had to lie' to get tested, says Houston resident

The transcript details a person's experience with worsening symptoms, including severe shortness of breath, leading them to call 911. Despite the symptoms, they faced challenges in getting tested and receiving medical attention due to non-severe symptoms. They resorted to a drive-through test, which took four days for results. The individual managed their fever with over-the-counter medicine and expressed concern about not receiving a follow-up test to confirm recovery.

What was the main reason the narrator decided to call 911?

• They had a pre-existing condition.

• They had a high fever.

• They experienced severe shortness of breath.

• They were unable to walk.

How did the narrator manage to get tested for the illness?

• By visiting a hospital emergency room.

• By contacting a private clinic.

• By providing false information to a health hotline.

• By waiting for symptoms to worsen.

What was the narrator's main symptom during the first eight days?

• High fever

• Severe cough

• Shortness of breath

• Loss of taste

Why did the hospitals refuse to admit the narrator?

• They had already tested positive.

• They did not have a referral.

• Their symptoms were not severe enough.

• They were not insured.

What concern did the narrator have after testing positive?

• They were afraid of being quarantined.

• They were unsure if the illness had cleared.

• They were worried about spreading the illness.

• They were concerned about losing their job.