Author Question: What are some methods that nursing staff can use to manage personal stress levels (select all that ... (Read 62 times)

kfurse · **on:** Jul 7, 2018

What are some methods that nursing staff can use to manage personal stress levels (select all that apply)?

a. Take personal time each day.
b. Take on extra shifts to keep the mind oc-cupied.
c. Get enough sleep.
d. Pay attention to diet and exercise.
e. Have a strong support network of friends and family.

Question 2

The hospital plays an important role in the community in the case of a disaster. What are some of the expected roles of the hospital (select all that apply)?

a. Stockpiling emergency equipment
b. Purchasing personal protective equipment (PPE)
c. Providing additional security for the community
d. Educating staff on all-hazards prepared-ness
e. Providing emergency shelter to commu-nity members

parshano · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 7, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, C, D, E
While stress management is unique to each person, some of the tools that may be effective in-clude taking personal downtime each day, getting enough sleep, eating right, exercising, and having a strong network of friends and family for support.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, D
The hospital will play an important role in the community in the case of a disaster. The materials, equipment, and training required for hospitals to prepare adequately for their role in responding to disasters are very expensive. Capital expenditures will be required to create decontamination facilities; purchase PPE; train and educate staff on effective all-hazards preparedness; stockpile emergency equipment, supplies, and pharmaceuticals; ensure adequate isolation rooms; and outfit a hospital command center. Hospitals need financial assistance to do this well, and the AHPTF members can be advocates for federal and state funding.