Cuomo Says New York May Be at Apex of the Virus

The video discusses the current trends in hospitalizations, indicating a flattening curve and a decrease in ICU admissions. It highlights the importance of using a three-day average for more accurate data interpretation. The video also emphasizes the significance of intubation numbers, as they correlate with mortality rates. Despite a decrease in new hospital admissions, the volume of new COVID cases remains high, keeping hospitals under pressure.

What is the significance of using a three-day average in analyzing hospitalization trends?

• It provides a more accurate picture than daily numbers.

• It shows the exact number of hospitalizations each day.

• It predicts future hospitalization trends.

• It is used to compare with other countries.

Why are ICU admissions taken with caution according to the transcript?

• ICU admissions are not related to COVID-19.

• ICU admissions are always decreasing.

• ICU admissions are not accurately reported.

• Hospitals have changed and are mostly ICU wards now.

What percentage of intubated patients are unlikely to come off the ventilator?

• 70%

• 50%

• 60%

• 80%

Despite a decrease in daily numbers, why are hospitals still busy?

• The number of discharged patients is very low.

• There is a shortage of medical supplies.

• There are still 1600 new COVID-19 cases daily.

• Hospitals are understaffed.

What is the net effect of new hospital admissions and discharges?

• The net effect is what has been closely monitored.

• The net effect is a decrease in hospital workload.

• The net effect is negligible.

• The net effect is an increase in hospital capacity.