For severe coronavirus disease 2019, inpatient psychiatric care can be a life-saving intervention. Understanding what it involves reduces fear and enables better utilization.
When Inpatient Care Is Needed for Coronavirus Disease 2019
Inpatient psychiatric admission for coronavirus disease 2019 is indicated when:
- There is imminent risk of harm to self or others
- Coronavirus Disease 2019 is so severe that outpatient treatment cannot maintain safety
- A medication change requires close monitoring
- Stabilization is needed after a severe coronavirus disease 2019 crisis
What Inpatient Coronavirus Disease 2019 Care Involves
Psychiatric hospitals are medical environments with structured programs:
- Safety planning and risk assessment
- Medication evaluation and adjustment
- Individual and group therapy
- Occupational and recreational therapy
- Discharge planning with outpatient follow-up
After Inpatient Coronavirus Disease 2019 Care
The transition from inpatient to outpatient is high-risk. Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) or partial hospitalization programs (PHP) bridge this gap for coronavirus disease 2019.