Problem: Columbia General Hospital, located in Johnson County, has observed 10 cases of similar client symptoms in its emergency room in the past 10 hours. Client ages range from 2 to 67 years old. Client symptoms consist of nausea, vomiting, severe abdominal cramps, headache, and diarrhea.
Present your initial needs assessment of this situation.
Discuss why it would be important to contact the Johnson County Health Department.
Examine the duties and role of the local health department.
Describe how vulnerable populations could be affected by this outbreak and potential interventions to lessen their impact.