Shaukat Khanum Coronavirus Resource Library for Healthcare Providers

Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre (SKMCH&RC) is a specialized cancer centre however, in the wake of the current situation, we are mindful of our role as a leading healthcare institution of the country and are taking a number of steps to fight COVID-19. Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre has developed resources based on scientific evidence and international guidelines for the management of Coronavirus Disease for healthcare providers dealing with COVID-19 across the country.

Shaukat Khanum Guidelines for Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19):

The document has been prepared primarily for healthcare providers, however it contains useful information for the general public, as well. The treatment plan has been removed from the document, as all treatment must only be instituted on the advice of a treating physician (registered medical practitioner).

Click here to download Shaukat Khanum Guidelines for Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)

Guidelines on Use of Personal Protective Equipment:

Guidance on the use of PPE while Caring for Patients with Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19 requiring DROPLET PRECAUTIONS, Contact Precautions and Eye Protection.

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Guidance on the use of PPE while Caring for Patients with Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19 requiring AIRBORNE PRECAUTIONS, Contact Precautions and Eye Protection.

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Guidance on the use of PPE while Caring for Multiple Patients with Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19.

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Guidance on the use of PPE for Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19 Patients in High Risk Areas such as High Dependency Units (HDUs) and Intensive Care Units (ICUs).

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Guidance on Obtaining Nasopharyngeal Samples for COVID-19 Testing.