President Trump Announces Plan To Distribute 100 Million Rapid Tests

The video discusses the U.S. government's plan to distribute 150 million Abbott rapid coronavirus tests. Fifty million tests will be allocated to nursing homes, assisted living communities, historically black colleges, universities, and tribal schools. The remaining 100 million will be sent to state governors to help reopen schools. The tests, made by Abbott Laboratories, provide results in 15 minutes and do not require special equipment. Despite concerns about accuracy, officials believe these tests are crucial for controlling outbreaks. Admiral Brett Jawar supports their use, acknowledging all tests have limitations.

What is the total number of Abbott rapid point-of-care tests planned for distribution?

• 100 million

• 150 million

• 200 million

• 250 million

Which groups are prioritized for receiving 50 million of the rapid tests?

• Sports teams

• Nursing homes and assisted living communities

• Public schools

• Private companies

How quickly can the Abbott rapid tests deliver results?

• 5 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 15 minutes

• 30 minutes

What is a notable feature of the Abbott rapid tests?

• They are only available in hospitals

• They take hours to process

• They are the size of a credit card

• They require special computer equipment

What is a concern mentioned about the rapid tests?

• They require a long training period

• They are too expensive

• They are not widely available

• They can give false positives