When the medical institution discovers a category A infectious disease, it should take the following measures in time:
1. isolate the patient immediately, transfer the patient to the isolation ward or isolation area to prevent the spread of the disease.
2. Diagnose and treat the patient, take effective treatment measures to control the development of the disease.
3. Health monitoring and protective measures for medical staff and other contacts to avoid infection.
4. Notify the local health department and CDC, report the condition in a timely manner, and dispose of it according to relevant procedures.
5. Disinfect and clean the place where the patient is located to prevent the spread of pathogens.
6. Strengthen health education, publicize the prevention and control measures of Class A infectious diseases to the public, and raise the public's awareness of prevention.
7. Testing and maintenance of facilities and equipment in medical institutions to ensure their safety and hygiene.
In short, when a Category A infectious disease is detected in a medical institution, measures should be taken promptly for isolation, treatment, reporting, prevention and control to protect public health and safety.