Prediction of Deterioration from COVID-19 in Patients in Skilled Nursing Facilities Using Wearable Devices: A Feasibility Study

35% of all COVID-19 deaths occurred in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). In a healthy general population, wearables have shown promise in providing early alerts for actionable interventions during the pandemic. We tested this promise in a cohort of SNFs patients diagnosed with COVID-19 and admitted for post-acute care under quarantine. We tested if 1) deployment of wearables is feasible in the setting of SNFs and 2) they can provide early and actionable insights into deterioration.