VOICED : Contagios masivos de coronavirus en geriátrico de Buenos Aires

A COVID-19 outbreak occurred in a Buenos Aires nursing home, leading to the hospitalization of 25 asymptomatic elderly residents. Testing revealed positive cases among residents and staff. Epidemiologists identified nursing homes, prisons, and settlements as high-risk areas for mass contagion. Argentina has over 5,000 COVID-19 cases, with nearly 300 fatalities.

What was the initial response to the COVID-19 outbreak in the Buenos Aires care home?

• Residents were sent back to their families.

• All residents were immediately vaccinated.

• 25 elderly residents were moved to hospitals.

• The care home was closed permanently.

How many staff members tested positive for COVID-19 in the care home?

• Three staff members

• Ten staff members

• Five staff members

• No staff members

What is the plan for the remaining residents who have not yet been tested?

• They will be sent home.

• They will be tested and treated based on their health insurance.

• They will be transferred to a different city.

• They will be isolated in the care home.

Which locations are considered high-risk for mass COVID-19 infections according to experts?

• Public transportation systems

• Shopping malls and markets

• Schools and universities

• Care homes, prisons, and settlements

What is the total number of COVID-19 cases reported in Argentina as mentioned in the transcript?

• More than 1,000 cases

• More than 5,000 cases

• More than 10,000 cases

• More than 20,000 cases