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Which of the following statements about disasters is true?
 
  1. Disasters are almost always the result of natural occurrences such as earthquakes, hurricanes, and blizzards.
  2. Disasters are global and affect people from developed and developing countries approximately equally.
  3. Floods are the most common type of natural disaster.
  4. To be considered a disaster, an event must involve the loss of human life.

Question 2

All nurses should be prepared for an emergency or disaster by
 
  1. Being prepared to act as a first responder.
  2. Completing an American Red Cross disaster training course.
  3. Completing a certified first aid course.
  4. Creating and maintaining an emergency kit.



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ANS: 3

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ANS: 4





 

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