Research Article
Psychological Impact on the Orthodontic Postgraduate Residents and Their Anxiety Level during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Table 3
Outcomes on tests available, treatment options present, and PPE recommendation for COVID-19.
| Questions | n | % |
| What are the primary tests available, to date, for the diagnosis of COVID-19? | Antibody test | 117 | 68.4 | RT-PCR | 155 | 90.6 | Blood culture | 16 | 9.4 | Sputum culture | 28 | 16.4 | Breath test | 11 | 6.4 |
| What are the current treatment options present to treat COVID-19 infection? | Hydroxychloroquine | 71 | 41.5 | Vitamin C | 97 | 56.7 | Remdesivir | 92 | 53.8 | Vitamin D | 59 | 34.5 | Supplemental oxygen | 132 | 77.2 | Monoclonal antibodies | 52 | 30.4 | Mechanical ventilatory support | 113 | 66.1 | Dexamethasone | 110 | 64.3 | Anticoagulants | 54 | 31.6 |
| Which of these is/are included in the PPE recommendation by WHO for healthcare workers? | Medical masks | 155 | 90.6 | Respirators | 86 | 50.3 | Face shields | 161 | 94.2 | Eye goggles | 148 | 86.5 | Gown | 155 | 90.6 | Apron | 91 | 53.2 | Gloves | 159 | 93 | Medical mask if tolerated | 60 | 35.1 |
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