Author Question: A level III disaster has occurred and the hospital is receiving clients by ambulance and those who ... (Read 87 times)

CQXA · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

A level III disaster has occurred and the hospital is receiving clients by ambulance and those who have walked in to the emergency department.

The wife of a man who is critically injured screams, Why doesn't someone do something for my husband? He is dying How should the nurse manager respond? 1. Ma'am, you should not be back here. You will have to leave.
2. I'm so sorry, but your husband's injuries are very severe. We have to take care of the others first.
3. Is there someone who can stay with this woman? She is distraught.
4. He doesn't pass the triage screen for someone we can save.

Question 2

Why is postdisaster follow-up an essential part of disaster planning? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. To assure staff members of their personal safety
2. To evaluate the performance of those involved
3. To initiate any improvements needed
4. To evaluate the overall effectiveness of the plan
5. To complete critical incident forms

jaaaaaaa · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2
Rationale 1: The manager should take measures other than just making the woman leave.
Rationale 2: This is a kind statement of fact and is a good way to address this wife.
Rationale 3: This is a true statement, but does not explain to the wife why her husband is not being cared for.
Rationale 4: Even though this is a true statement, the wife will probably not understand what a triage screen is.
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Answer to Question 2

2,3,4
Rationale 1: This is not the reason for the follow-up.
Rationale 2: Evaluating the performance of those involved helps to identify areas of need.
Rationale 3: Follow-up helps to identify areas where improvement is needed.
Rationale 4: The plan itself should be evaluated for effectiveness.
Rationale 5: This is not an appropriate use of critical incident forms.
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