Disaster Duty Activation by Director of Nursing

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

What action should the Director of Nursing take if instructed by the control room?

Activate the Disaster duty list

Who is responsible for activating the Disaster duty list in a disaster situation?

Director of Nursing

What is one of the staff responsibilities mentioned in the text in a disaster situation?

Activate the Disaster duty list

What is one action that can be taken to prepare for a disaster in terms of staff allocation?

Assign extra staff according to the disaster type. Signup and view all the answers

Where should extra portals and cleaners be assigned in preparation for a disaster?

AE, wards, OPD, and mortuary. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of staff responsibilities in a disaster situation?

Assigning extra staff according to the disaster type. Signup and view all the answers

What are the responsibilities of the Administrative on Call staff during a disaster situation?

Checks Staff in place, controls and assesses settings, responds to needs of staff Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Director of Nursing play in a disaster situation?

Confirms deployment of nurses, coordinates with control team Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Deputy Director of Nursing related to triage during a disaster?

Coordinates data at A/E, cubicles, holding area, and beds Signup and view all the answers

What are the different color codes used for triage in A/E during a disaster situation?

Red for A/E cubicles, Yellow for Holding area, Green for Beds Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Nursing Duty Supervisor in the Outpatient area during a disaster?

Controls and assesses settings Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of all staff being aware of the disaster plan and their roles?

To ensure preparedness and effective response during a disaster Signup and view all the answers

How are inpatients shifted during a disaster according to the text?

Doctors may discharge fit patients, prayer room used as waiting area, transfer remaining patients to free rooms Signup and view all the answers

What process should the hospital define for transferring patients to other hospitals during a disaster?

Define process of transferring patients to governmental or private hospitals when required Signup and view all the answers

What extra resources should the hospital have in case of a disaster?

Inventory of required supplies Signup and view all the answers

What should the hospital obtain in emergencies and disasters according to the text?

Alternative sources of power and water Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Patient Relation officer during a disaster?

Communicate and coordinate with employee's family members Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the organization when staff personnel responsibility conflicts with patient care during a disaster?

Assign Patient Relation officer Signup and view all the answers

Who is authorized to initiate the major incident implementation after consultation with other key personnel?

Major Incident Medical Officer (IC) Signup and view all the answers

What are some existing questions that should NOT be asked regarding disaster response protocols?

The questions listed in the text. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Director of Nursing in a disaster situation?

The role of the Director of Nursing is not explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of informing the staff in the Emergency Department and alerting them of the Major Incident Plan during a disaster?

To ensure readiness and efficient response to the crisis. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to avoid asking certain pre-existing questions during a disaster situation?

To prevent redundancy and focus on critical aspects of the response plan. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Director of Nursing play in implementing the Major Incident Plan during a disaster?

The Director of Nursing is responsible for coordinating and executing the nursing staff's duties as per the plan. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an external disaster as per the text?

An event occurring outside the hospital that results in injury to a large number of people exceeding the hospital's capacity to accommodate them normally. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Nursing Duty Supervisor during a disaster?

The Nursing Duty Supervisor in the Outpatient area is responsible for specific actions and coordination to manage patient care effectively during a disaster. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for all hospital staff to be aware of the disaster plan and their roles?

It is important for all staff to be aware of the disaster plan and their roles to ensure a coordinated and efficient response in emergency situations. Signup and view all the answers