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What is a key competency related to Risk Reduction and Disease Prevention during disasters?
What is a key competency related to Risk Reduction and Disease Prevention during disasters?
- Collaborating with others on ethical challenges
- Interpreting disaster terminology
- Participating in community education activities
- Identifying vulnerable populations (correct)
In the context of Health Promotion, what activity helps strengthen a health care system's disaster response capabilities?
In the context of Health Promotion, what activity helps strengthen a health care system's disaster response capabilities?
- Identifying ethical challenges
- Interpreting disaster terminology
- Collaborating with the multidisciplinary team
- Participating in community education activities (correct)
What is an example of a Preparedness Competency according to the text?
What is an example of a Preparedness Competency according to the text?
- Interpreting disaster terminology
- Participating in disaster planning (correct)
- Collaborating with others on ethical challenges
- Identifying challenges to the health care system
What is a key aspect of Ethical Practice as outlined in the text?
What is a key aspect of Ethical Practice as outlined in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a part of the Risk Reduction and Disease Prevention competency?
Which of the following is NOT a part of the Risk Reduction and Disease Prevention competency?
What is a key element of Policy Development and Planning mentioned in the text?
What is a key element of Policy Development and Planning mentioned in the text?
What is the legal role of public health in a disaster?
What is the legal role of public health in a disaster?
What does accountability entail in disaster nursing?
What does accountability entail in disaster nursing?
Why is it important for a nurse to recognize the limits of their own knowledge and skills in a disaster?
Why is it important for a nurse to recognize the limits of their own knowledge and skills in a disaster?
What is a key aspect of communication in disaster nursing?
What is a key aspect of communication in disaster nursing?
What is a critical component of preparedness in disaster nursing?
What is a critical component of preparedness in disaster nursing?
What does a rapid assessment in disaster nursing involve?
What does a rapid assessment in disaster nursing involve?
Which competency involves creating living environments that allow vulnerable populations to function independently?
Which competency involves creating living environments that allow vulnerable populations to function independently?
What is a key element of Psychological Care in a disaster situation?
What is a key element of Psychological Care in a disaster situation?
What is a responsibility under the Care of Vulnerable Populations competency?
What is a responsibility under the Care of Vulnerable Populations competency?
Which competency focuses on identifying appropriate coping strategies for survivors, families, and responders?
Which competency focuses on identifying appropriate coping strategies for survivors, families, and responders?
What is a key aspect of Long Term Care Needs in a disaster situation?
What is a key aspect of Long Term Care Needs in a disaster situation?
Under which competency does providing care in a non-judgmental manner fall?
Under which competency does providing care in a non-judgmental manner fall?
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Risk Reduction and Disease Prevention
- Key competency in disasters involves prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery
- Activities that strengthen a healthcare system's disaster response capabilities include risk assessments, vulnerability analysis, and capacity building
Preparedness Competency
- Example: creating emergency operations plans, conducting drills and exercises, and maintaining a state of readiness
Ethical Practice
- Key aspect: respecting the dignity and autonomy of disaster survivors
Risk Reduction and Disease Prevention (continued)
- NOT a part of this competency: providing direct medical care to disaster survivors
Policy Development and Planning
- Key element: developing and implementing policies and procedures for disaster response
Legal Role of Public Health
- Primary responsibility: protecting the health and well-being of the population in a disaster
Accountability in Disaster Nursing
- Entails being responsible and answerable for one's actions and decisions during a disaster response
Importance of Recognizing Knowledge Limits
- Recognizing the limits of one's own knowledge and skills is crucial to avoid causing harm and to seek help when needed
Communication in Disaster Nursing
- Key aspect: clear, respectful, and culturally sensitive communication with survivors, families, and responders
Preparedness in Disaster Nursing
- Critical component: having a plan, resources, and trained personnel in place before a disaster strikes
Rapid Assessment in Disaster Nursing
- Involves a quick evaluation of the disaster situation, including needs, resources, and risks
Creating Supportive Environments
- Competency involves creating living environments that allow vulnerable populations to function independently
Psychological Care
- Key element: providing emotional support, stress management, and coping strategies to survivors
Care of Vulnerable Populations
- Responsibility: identifying and addressing the unique needs of vulnerable populations, such as children, older adults, and people with disabilities
Coping Strategies
- Competency focuses on identifying appropriate coping strategies for survivors, families, and responders
Long Term Care Needs
- Key aspect: addressing the ongoing healthcare needs of survivors, including rehabilitation and reconstruction
Non-Judgmental Care
- Falls under the competency of Care of Vulnerable Populations
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