Risk Assessment Methods and Data Collection
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What are the two different ways in which probability may be presented?

  • Numerical range and descriptive terms (correct)
  • Absolute values and relative terms
  • Quantitative and qualitative terms
  • Statistical and probability terms
  • In disaster prevention measures, what does 'H-V-R' stand for?

  • Healthcare Volunteer Response
  • Hazard-Vulnerability-Resilience (correct)
  • Hazardous Voltage Regulation
  • Hazard Verification Report
  • Which of the following is NOT a type of hazard under 'Natural Events vs Technological Events'?

  • Communication Disruption
  • Industrial Revolution (correct)
  • Power/Utility Failure
  • Hurricane
  • What is one of the objectives of risk assessment in disaster planning?

    <p>Determining existing resources to reduce hazard impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Disaster Preparedness' entail according to the text?

    <p>Assembling lists of healthcare facilities and volunteer agencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In capacity to respond in disaster planning, what elements are involved in resource identification?

    <p>Human and Physical Elements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is considered crucial for the evaluation of a disaster plan?

    <p>Availability and functioning of equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized as a major challenge to effective disaster planning?

    <p>Assumptions underlying the disaster plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of an agent-specific approach to planning, what is crucial for addressing potential scenarios within hospitals?

    <p>Loss of medical gases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase is included in the External Disaster situation suggestive of an increased need for planning?

    <p>Response Phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is vital for addressing the early conduct of damage assessment according to the content provided?

    <p>Design of the local response in the first 24-48 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common challenge faced when identifying and accommodating vulnerable populations during disaster planning?

    <p>(Loss of power)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common challenge to disaster planning related to communication?

    <p>Lack of coordination between agencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach to disaster planning involves focusing on a specific hazard or threat?

    <p>Agent-Specific Approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key element of the All Hazards Approach in disaster planning?

    <p>Adapting plans to various types of hazards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor poses a significant challenge to effective disaster planning regarding the delivery of resources?

    <p>Limited access to accurate hazard maps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In disaster planning, what is the purpose of an Advance Warning System?

    <p>To alert the community about an impending hazard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which data collection method in disaster planning assesses the likelihood of an outcome from a known hazard?

    <p>Risk Assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

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