EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT RN A PROPHECY EXAM KEY CONCEPTS AND CLINICAL FOCUS 2026

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT RN A PROPHECY
EXAM KEY CONCEPTS AND CLINICAL FOCUS
2026

◉ Health Effects of Disasters. Answer: Dependent on the nature,
location and extent of the event
- Disruption of access to primary care and preventive services
- Disruption of psychological, emotional, and social well-being
- Food shortages
- Displaced populations leading to crowded living conditions


◉ Declaration of Disasters. Answer: - 1988 Robert T. Stafford
- Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act
- passed by Congress (amended 2000 and 2007)


◉ Challenges on Disaster Planning. Answer: - Communication
- Distribution of resources
- Advance warning systems and evacuation
- Use of mass media
- Triage of patients
- Patient evacuation and tracking

, ◉ Effects of Disasters on Individuals' Health. Answer: - Medical
Health
- Mental Health
- Individual Characteristics


◉ Personal Disaster Preparedness. Answer: 1. Build a Kit
2. Make a Plan
3. Be Informed
4. Maintain Your Plan & Kit


◉ Build a Kit. Answer: - At least three days worth of supplies: (72-96
hours)
- Water: 1 gallon of water per person per day (3gallons per person)
- Food
- Medications: 1 week supply
- First Aid Kit
- Personal Documents
- Contact Info.
- Household Items
- Radio/Communication
- Tools