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Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management Questions
Question 1 of 5
Secretary to further standardize and integrate response practices nationally.
Correct Answer:
Rationale: Based on the question, the correct answer should align with the goal of standardizing and integrating response practices nationally. The most appropriate choice would be the one that emphasizes a systematic approach to addressing health-related issues on a broader scale. It should focus on promoting consistency and uniformity in responses across different regions or organizations. To further standardize and integrate response practices nationally, the best choice would be A: TOP: Nursing Process: Planning MSC: Client Needs: Health Promotion and Maintenance. This choice indicates a structured planning process within the nursing framework that specifically targets health promotion and maintenance, which are essential components for achieving a standardized and integrated approach to response practices. Other choices would likely lack the specificity and focus on national standardization and integration required for this scenario.
Question 2 of 5
In an AHPTF, which of the following entities could be utilized as external ad hoc members? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Step-by-step rationale for why choice B is correct: 1. Public health department representatives are knowledgeable about public health issues and can provide valuable insights. 2. They can contribute expertise in disease prevention, health promotion, and emergency response planning. 3. Their involvement ensures a well-rounded perspective and alignment with public health priorities. 4. Facility engineering (choice A) may not have the necessary public health expertise. 5. Community physicians (choice C) may have relevant medical knowledge but might lack a public health focus. 6. Vendor representatives (choice D) are not typically involved in public health decision-making within an AHPTF setting.
Question 3 of 5
Testing the all-hazards preparedness plan requires drilling to identify and work through problems. Which of the following are examples of internal drills that can be used to test specific departments and/or hospital responses? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Surge capacity drills. Surge capacity drills involve testing the hospital's ability to handle an influx of patients during emergencies. By conducting these drills, specific departments within the hospital can practice responding to increased patient volumes and identify any weaknesses in their response protocols. This helps in improving preparedness and coordination during actual emergencies. Summary: - Choice B: Lockdown of hospital entrances is not an internal drill to test department or hospital responses. - Choice C: Prioritization of police response to biological events is not an internal drill specific to hospital departments. - Choice D: Simulating decontamination processes is not an internal drill specific to testing department or hospital responses.
Question 4 of 5
Hospital leadership should consider which of the following ethical dilemmas prior to experiencing an actual disaster? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Step-by-step rationale for why choice A is correct: Hospital leadership should consider the decision-making process for distributing scarce resources before a disaster. This is crucial for ensuring fair and ethical allocation of resources to maximize patient outcomes. Clinical leaders must be identified in advance to make these difficult decisions based on established criteria and ethical guidelines. This proactive approach helps prevent chaos and ensures a more organized response during a crisis. Summary of why the other choices are incorrect: B: While determining treatment criteria is important, it is typically done on a case-by-case basis during a disaster, not necessarily in advance. C: Identifying nursing staff reporting order is important, but it does not directly address an ethical dilemma related to resource allocation. D: Distributing prophylactic pharmaceuticals is important for staff safety but does not directly address an ethical dilemma related to resource allocation.
Question 5 of 5
A home health nurse has several clients who live in the same apartment building. In the last week, the nurse has noticed that both elevators in the four-story building are out of order. Two of the clients live on the second floor and use a wheelchair. The nurse leaves a message for the building manager describing their concern for the clients. This action describes the role of the nurse as
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: advocate. The nurse is advocating for the well-being of the clients by addressing the safety concerns related to the malfunctioning elevators. Advocacy involves speaking up for the rights and needs of clients to ensure they receive appropriate care and support. In this scenario, the nurse is taking action to protect the clients' safety and quality of life. Summary of other choices: B: Care provider - While providing care is an essential role of the nurse, in this scenario, the nurse's primary function is advocating for the clients' safety. C: Consultant - A consultant provides expert advice, but in this case, the nurse is not simply offering advice but actively addressing a safety issue. D: Educator - Educators focus on providing information and teaching, which is not the main role being demonstrated here.