Course: Community Health Nursing I
Module 3: Disaster Management and the Role of the Community Health Nurse
Goals
After completing this module, you will be able to do the following:
- Describe the elements of disaster
- Identify interventions related to each stage of disaster: preparedness, response and recovery
- Discuss the component elements of an effective disaster response plan and the role of the community health nurse related to disaster situations.
- Identify potential biological effects of disaster
Overview
Disasters occur every day. The community health nurse has a significant role in preparedness, response and recovery when disaster strikes locally. Effective response to disaster demands the community health nurse to develop specific competencies. These include understanding the role, recognition of disaster-related health conditions, infection control post disaster, disease reporting, public education and stress management in the affected community.
Learning Materials
- Clark, M. J. (2015). Population and community health nursing (6th ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson Chapter 25
Assigned websites:
Assignment:
Discussion Question:
Identify your own level of preparedness should disaster strike in your area. Visit the Red Cross site: http://www.redcross.org/get-help/prepare-for-emergencies/be-red-cross-ready to review details on disaster preparedness kit, plan and information. Discuss your response to this information. Were you surprised at your level of readiness? What steps will you take to prepare yourself and your family for the possibility of disaster? How can you share this information with your community?
Your initial posting should be at least 400 words in length and utilize at least one scholarly source other than the textbook.
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