18 Questions
What was the initial approach of the UK government to the COVID-19 pandemic?
Pursuing herd immunity
What was the outcome of the emerging Deltacron variant in early March 2022?
A rise in COVID-19 cases
What was the reason behind the UK government's policy revision?
The growing outcry and risk of overwhelming hospitals
What was the characteristic of urban areas that contributed to higher case and death rates?
Characteristics like international connectivity, high population densities, and reliance on public transport
What was the policy shift towards as vaccines became available?
Strong vaccination policies
How many lockdowns were declared in the UK over the past two and a half years?
Three
What was a significant factor contributing to the high death toll in the UK during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Delayed governmental response to the pandemic
What was a significant issue in care home settings during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Inadequate application of Do Not Resuscitate orders
What has been a long-term effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the NHS?
Deepened backlog of patients awaiting treatment
What could have been avoided with a more prompt response to the COVID-19 pandemic in the UK?
Over 27,000 deaths
What was a significant challenge faced by care homes during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Preventing the spread of COVID-19 among residents
What was the approximate number of deaths recorded in the UK due to COVID-19 by January 2023?
Over 220,000 deaths
What was a challenge faced by some care homes during the pandemic?
Inability to afford protective equipment and extra cleaning
What was a concern raised regarding Do Not Resuscitate Orders (DNRs) during the pandemic?
Inappropriate application of DNR orders among elderly patients and those with dementia and disabilities
What was the impact of cash-strapped councils on care services during the pandemic?
Tightened rationing and reduced prevention services
What was a challenge faced by care home residents during the pandemic?
Inadequate access to general practitioner (GP) visits and hospital NHS services
What was a consequence of care homes' struggles to manage the pandemic?
Further challenges in infection control
What was a report finding during the pandemic?
A significant increase in the use of DNR orders
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