Nursing role in disaster management
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the responsibilities and contributions of nurses in managing and responding to disasters. This includes looking at how nurses are involved in preparations, responses, and recovery during disasters.
Answer
Nurses in disaster management provide care, triage, allocate resources, assess health needs, and offer psychological support.
Nurses in disaster management provide first aid and advanced care, triage victims, allocate resources, assess health needs, and offer psychological support.
Answer for screen readers
Nurses in disaster management provide first aid and advanced care, triage victims, allocate resources, assess health needs, and offer psychological support.
More Information
Nurses play a crucial role in disaster management by ensuring the well-being of victims and efficient utilization of limited resources. Their skills in handling both physical and mental health needs make them invaluable during crises.
Tips
A common mistake is underestimating the psychological support role of nurses during disasters. Their training in both physical and mental health is essential.
Sources
- Nurses' General Roles in Disasters - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- The Role of Nurses in Disaster Response - Provo College - provocollege.edu
