Active-Duty Military Deploys To COVID-19 Hot Spots Across The U.S.

The video discusses the severe impact of COVID-19 on California hospitals, highlighting bed shortages and the setup of emergency tents. Military personnel, including Captain Ashley Mills, are deployed to assist hospitals as part of a Defense Department operation. The video also addresses the challenges of patient isolation, emphasizing the importance of family support. Military assistance has helped expand ICU capacity, with additional staff allowing for better patient care. Similar support is provided in North Dakota, Wisconsin, and the Navajo Nation.

What emergency measure was taken at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center to handle the overflow of COVID-19 patients?

• Building a new hospital wing

• Hiring more civilian doctors

• Setting up tents in the parking lot

• Transferring patients to other states

Who is Captain Ashley Mills and what is her role in the COVID-19 response?

• A communication liaison between patients and families

• A nurse managing ICU beds

• A logistics officer for medical supplies

• A doctor leading a vaccine trial

What challenge do patients face due to COVID-19 restrictions in hospitals?

• Limited access to medication

• Lack of medical equipment

• Inability to see family members

• Shortage of food supplies

How has the military contributed to expanding ICU capacity in hospitals?

• By training civilian doctors

• By donating medical equipment

• By providing additional medical staff

• By building new hospitals

In addition to California, where else are military medical personnel assisting with COVID-19 patients?

• Ohio and Michigan

• North Dakota and Wisconsin

• New York and New Jersey

• Texas and Florida