Hospitals Feel Stress As COVID-19 Cases Rise

The video discusses the current state of hospitalizations due to COVID-19, highlighting the shortage of ICU beds and the increase in the number of patients compared to previous months. It also mentions that some hospitals are now rationing care due to capacity constraints.

What is one of the major challenges hospitals are facing due to the COVID-19 pandemic?

• Inadequate vaccine supply

• Insufficient testing kits

• Shortage of ICU beds

• Lack of medical staff

According to the COVID tracking project, how many people are currently in the ICU?

• 10,000

• 15,000

• 20,000

• 25,000

How have hospitalization numbers changed from October to November?

• They have decreased

• They have doubled

• They have tripled

• They have remained the same

What drastic measure are some hospitals taking due to the overwhelming number of patients?

• Reducing treatment costs

• Building new facilities

• Increasing staff hours

• Turning away patients

What does 'rationing care' imply in the context of hospital management during the pandemic?

• Providing care to all patients equally

• Increasing the number of available beds

• Prioritizing care for the most critical patients

• Reducing the number of hospital staff