NR 442 Community Health Nursing Exam 2
Study Set WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS
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Types of Disasters: ^^correct answers^^Natural (eg. tornado, diseases, droughts,
wildfires, hurricane, or earthquake)
- Man-made (e.g. plane crash, terrorism, riots, fires, bridge collapse, toxic spill,
pollution, or wars)
- Combination (natural/technological) - natural disaster that creates or results in a
widespread technological problem
What is a Natural Disaster? ^^correct answers^^A natural event such as a flood,
earthquake, or hurricane that causes great damage or loss of life
Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) ^^correct answers^^A disaster situation that results
in a large number of victims who need the response of multiple organizations;
according to Dr. Lewis >100 people affected for a mass casualty incident
What is multiple casualties range? ^^correct answers^^1 to 99 individuals
,What is terrorism? ^^correct answers^^The use of violence and intimidation in the
pursuit of political or social aims; unlawful use of force according to the FBI
What are weapons of mass destruction? ^^correct answers^^Weapon designed to
cause death or serious bodily injury; e.g. toxins, chemicals, explosives, biological
agents, etc.
What is Anthrax? ^^correct answers^^Spore-forming gram + bacterium Bacillus
antracis; through inhalation is esp deadly
- S/S: Fevers + chills, chest discomfort, shortness of breath, confusion, dizziness,
cough, N/V, stomach pains, headaches, fatigue, body aches are common primarily
through inhalation methods
Bioterrorism ^^correct answers^^The deliberate spread of pathogenic organisms
into a community to cause widespread illness, fear, and panic
- E.g. small pox, anthrax, Ebola are category A agents
- E.g. Typhus, ricin toxin, west Nile virus, E.coli, and food safety threats are
category B
- Influenza, TB, or rabies are category C and the third highest priority
,Characteristics of Disasters ^^correct answers^^Frequency, predictability,
preventability, imminence-speed of onset, scope, and intensity
Prevention in Disasters - correct answer100%--primary - aimed at preventing the
occurrence of a disaster/limiting consequences
- during nondisaster/predisaster stages
secondary - search, rescue, triage of victims
- assessment of destruction and devastation
- implemented once disaster occurs
tertiary - focus on recovery and restoring community to previous levels of
function
- aimed at preventing a recurrence/minimizing effects of future disasters
Disaster Management ^^correct answers^^The plans that are in place designating
the community's response to a disaster
- Respond more quickly, more effectively, and less confusion
- Ensures resources are available
- Basic Disaster Supply Kit - BOB (Bug Out Bag)
, - Important papers, antiseptics, food, clothing, etc.
Governmental Responsibilities ^^correct answers^^Local government (first
responders) responsible for safety and welfare
- State government involved when disaster overwhelms local community
resources
- Federal government through Department of Homeland Security, CDC, FEMA
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) ^^correct answers^^Federal agency
that is an umbrella for several existing agencies that was designed to bring
together all the functions related to emergencies, immigration, border security,
and antiterrorism efforts
FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency ^^correct answers^^Agency
charged with providing assistance to communities hit by natural disasters;
Mission is to support citizens and first responders to ensure that, as a nation,
everyone works together to build, sustain, and improve the capacity to prepare
for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards
Disaster Management Stages - correct answer100%--1. prevention
2. preparedness
Study Set WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS
GRADED A+
Types of Disasters: ^^correct answers^^Natural (eg. tornado, diseases, droughts,
wildfires, hurricane, or earthquake)
- Man-made (e.g. plane crash, terrorism, riots, fires, bridge collapse, toxic spill,
pollution, or wars)
- Combination (natural/technological) - natural disaster that creates or results in a
widespread technological problem
What is a Natural Disaster? ^^correct answers^^A natural event such as a flood,
earthquake, or hurricane that causes great damage or loss of life
Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) ^^correct answers^^A disaster situation that results
in a large number of victims who need the response of multiple organizations;
according to Dr. Lewis >100 people affected for a mass casualty incident
What is multiple casualties range? ^^correct answers^^1 to 99 individuals
,What is terrorism? ^^correct answers^^The use of violence and intimidation in the
pursuit of political or social aims; unlawful use of force according to the FBI
What are weapons of mass destruction? ^^correct answers^^Weapon designed to
cause death or serious bodily injury; e.g. toxins, chemicals, explosives, biological
agents, etc.
What is Anthrax? ^^correct answers^^Spore-forming gram + bacterium Bacillus
antracis; through inhalation is esp deadly
- S/S: Fevers + chills, chest discomfort, shortness of breath, confusion, dizziness,
cough, N/V, stomach pains, headaches, fatigue, body aches are common primarily
through inhalation methods
Bioterrorism ^^correct answers^^The deliberate spread of pathogenic organisms
into a community to cause widespread illness, fear, and panic
- E.g. small pox, anthrax, Ebola are category A agents
- E.g. Typhus, ricin toxin, west Nile virus, E.coli, and food safety threats are
category B
- Influenza, TB, or rabies are category C and the third highest priority
,Characteristics of Disasters ^^correct answers^^Frequency, predictability,
preventability, imminence-speed of onset, scope, and intensity
Prevention in Disasters - correct answer100%--primary - aimed at preventing the
occurrence of a disaster/limiting consequences
- during nondisaster/predisaster stages
secondary - search, rescue, triage of victims
- assessment of destruction and devastation
- implemented once disaster occurs
tertiary - focus on recovery and restoring community to previous levels of
function
- aimed at preventing a recurrence/minimizing effects of future disasters
Disaster Management ^^correct answers^^The plans that are in place designating
the community's response to a disaster
- Respond more quickly, more effectively, and less confusion
- Ensures resources are available
- Basic Disaster Supply Kit - BOB (Bug Out Bag)
, - Important papers, antiseptics, food, clothing, etc.
Governmental Responsibilities ^^correct answers^^Local government (first
responders) responsible for safety and welfare
- State government involved when disaster overwhelms local community
resources
- Federal government through Department of Homeland Security, CDC, FEMA
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) ^^correct answers^^Federal agency
that is an umbrella for several existing agencies that was designed to bring
together all the functions related to emergencies, immigration, border security,
and antiterrorism efforts
FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency ^^correct answers^^Agency
charged with providing assistance to communities hit by natural disasters;
Mission is to support citizens and first responders to ensure that, as a nation,
everyone works together to build, sustain, and improve the capacity to prepare
for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards
Disaster Management Stages - correct answer100%--1. prevention
2. preparedness
