>Some institutions are now opting not to test people unless it would alter the response or treatment plan in some way. Everyone that I've spoken to (on the fro

>Some institutions are now opting not to test people unless it would alter the response or treatment plan in some way. Everyone that I've spoken to (on the front lines) has said that this is what's been the hospital standard since day 1, regardless of what official protocols say. Not because of testing capacity, but because of the additional ppe wasted that's required to administer a test. Unless you've got low O2 levels and will imminently need breathing assistance, you're getting sent home without a test and orders to self quarantine.