A nurse is working with the state department of health. Weather forecasters are anticipating that several communities will be impacted by a severe hurricane that will likely decimate the coastline of their community.
They order a voluntary evacuation for several communities, in particular those that are likely to be most severely impacted. Which of the following statements is incorrect?
A. Use of the Emergency Alert System by broadcasters during an emergency is voluntary.
B. They should consider mandatory evacuations if residents chose to not evacuate as suggested.
C. There should be a legal plan in place to deal with residents who are not complying with instructions.
D. A shelter should be established to help vulnerable residents and people who are not able to find somewhere to stay.
Question 2
A prison nurse has received notification that there is a powerful storm system approaching the prison that is likely to cause tornados in the area, putting the prison and prisoners at risk.
The nurse is reviewing the emergency response plan, which should include:
A. Plans for the safety of first responders
B. Plans for the protection and safety of prisoners and staff
C. Plans for the safety of the general public
D. All of the above
The patient and his family meet with the nurse to discuss progress on the patient care plan.
A nurse communicates with her non–English-speaking patient through an interpreter
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