Homework: Disaster Simulation
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this simulation, the learner will:
• Understand the role of the Community Health nurse in disaster management.
• Understand the principles of disaster management, including working within incident command structures.
• Differentiate between the adult and pediatric triage algorithms (START and JumpSTART).
• Apply triage algorithms to appropriately prioritize and treat victims.
• Utilize principles of professional collaboration to assure for efficient and effective care of victims.
Task
• What disaster risks are present in the Chicagoland area (natural or man-made)?
• Explain the disaster management cycle/plan/continuum. How do nurses participate at each step/phase?
• What is an Incident Command System and why is it necessary?
• What activities are prioritized at a disaster site?
• Explain the START (Field) Triage Model, including assessments critical for determining a victim's condition.
• What is the difference between START and JumpSTART Triage Models?
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• What Life Saving Interventions (LSI) should first responders/medical personnel be prepared to administer at a disaster site? What might they delegate to the "walking wounded"?
• Mental health issues can emerge during and after disaster situations and could lead to permanent disability. What does the term "Psychological First Aid" mean and how might the nurse promote this in a disaster situation?
• Identify and prioritize three nursing diagnoses related to disasters.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
• The answer must be using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, typed, with one-inch margins on all sides.
• The response also includes a cover page containing the student's name, the title of the homework, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
• Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.