Americans Wait Days, Weeks For COVID-19 Test Results As Spread Worsens

Americans Wait Days, Weeks For COVID-19 Test Results As Spread Worsens

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Science, Social Studies, Health

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the ongoing challenges with COVID-19 testing in the U.S., highlighting full hospitals, overwhelmed labs, and increasing positive test rates. Florida faces significant testing delays, with public frustration growing. Nationwide, labs struggle with long wait times, prompting calls for rapid testing solutions. Politically, there's acknowledgment of testing issues, and concerns about reopening schools without adequate safety plans. Testing asymptomatic children is debated as cases rise in many states.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the increasing positivity rate of COVID-19 tests?

The virus is spreading more rapidly.

Hospitals are less crowded.

More people are getting tested.

Testing labs are more efficient.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In Florida, what is the current trend in the percentage of positive COVID-19 tests?

It has dropped to zero.

It is increasing rapidly.

It is decreasing slightly.

It remains constant.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major issue faced by testing labs in Florida?

Long turnaround times for results.

Lack of testing kits.

Insufficient staff.

High cost of tests.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Mick Mulvaney highlight as a problem in his op-ed?

The need for more hospital beds.

The lack of a vaccine.

The closure of schools.

The ongoing testing issues in the country.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is widespread testing considered unlikely as schools plan to reopen?

All schools have sufficient safety plans.

The virus is no longer a threat.

There is a lack of interest in testing.

Testing asymptomatic children is not seen as necessary.