Disaster Nursing and Anthropogenic Disasters Quiz
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What are Anthropogenic Disasters?

  • Disasters caused by animals and insects
  • Disasters caused by unknown factors
  • Disasters caused by identifiable human actions (correct)
  • Disasters caused by natural forces like earthquakes and hurricanes

    • Which of the following is NOT an example of Anthropogenic Disasters?

  • Biological and biochemical terrorism
  • Radiological (nuclear) events
  • Chemical spills
  • Earthquakes and tsunamis (correct)

    • What defines Complex Human Emergencies?

  • Emergencies that displace millions of people due to earthquakes
  • Situations involving significant casualties due to natural disasters only
  • Emergencies exclusively from armed conflicts
  • Emergencies resulting from a combination of factors like war, disease, famine, and political unrest (correct)

    • What distinguishes Synergistic Disasters?

    <p>Disasters resulting from multiple forces like drought, famine, disease, and political conflict</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an example of a Synergistic Disaster?

    <p>Earthquake in Japan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes Natural Disasters?

    <p>Disasters triggered by geological or meteorological events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key purposes of disaster nursing as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Assist in rebuilding healthcare infrastructure post-disaster</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of disasters on health outcomes as discussed in the text?

    <p>Decreased risk of communicable diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of natural disaster is more likely to result in injuries exceeding deaths?

    <p>Tornadoes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one major consequence of disasters on the local healthcare system according to the text?

    <p>Destruction of healthcare infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How may disasters impact the environment, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Lead to environmental imbalances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to evaluate program effectiveness after a disaster according to the text?

    <p>To improve future responses and planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes slow onset or 'creeping' disasters from sudden disasters?

    <p>They come with advisories or warnings enabling early response plans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is defined as the 'least affected area' in disaster scenarios?

    <p>Community aid area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key factor that makes an incident truly disastrous according to the text?

    <p>Vulnerability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to disasters whose effects are not solely limited to the impact area?

    <p>Large scale disasters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a hazard according to the text?

    <p>A potential threat to humans and their welfare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In disaster management, what does 'DILS' stand for?

    <p>Duration Impact Location Scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

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