Question 1

A nurse is at the beach with friends when one of them begins to complain about dizziness and fatigue. It is a particularly hot day in the middle of a heat wave. How should the nurse react?

Accepted Answer

The friend is likely experiencing heat exhaustion, which can be treated by cooling the person down and giving them fluids.

Question 2

A nurse is speaking at a city council meeting in a coastal town on the northeastern coast of the United States. The nurse is explaining that in order to protect the rest of the town, the city council needs to restrict people from building homes along the immediate coastline. A resident stands up, angry, and demands to know why he can't purchase property there. The nurse replies:

Accepted Answer

B

Question 3

A nurse is taking care of a several patients who were injured as a result of a pipe bomb explosion. The current patient has ruptured eardrums and traumatic injuries to his lower extremities due to flying debris. How does the nurse document these injuries?

Accepted Answer

The ruptured eardrums are a primary blast injury caused by the blast wave, while the traumatic injuries to the lower extremities from flying debris are secondary blast injuries.

Question 4

A nurse is working at a high school that is serving as a community shelter during a hurricane. In the surge after the storm, the basement starts filling with floodwaters and then the power shuts off. As a result, the nurse as indicated in the plan in the event of flooding, contacts the local coast guard to assist in relocating people in the shelter to an unaffected elementary school across town. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

This is an example of "Response" because the nurse is taking immediate action to address the emergency situation caused by the flooding and power outage by contacting the coast guard to relocate people.

Question 5

A nurse is assisting paramedics at the site of a large accident with many injured people. During the initial response, it is especially important to:

Accepted Answer

During the initial response to a large accident, it is crucial to triage victims to prioritize treatment based on the severity of their injuries, ensuring that those who need immediate care receive it promptly.

Question 6

A nurse has just been promoted to serve on the disaster preparedness committee of the hospital. The nurse's role during a disaster is to collect emergency information and distribute it to public health officials as required. What information should the nurse collect? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

The nurse should collect information on staffing needs, supply inventory and shortages, and the number of patients treated and needing care, as these are critical for effective disaster response and coordination with public health officials.

Question 7

A nurse is working at a hospital in Hawaii. A neighboring island has been evacuated due to a volcanic eruption. The hospital has been put on alert that they will be receiving injured people from the evacuated island. What types of injuries or illnesses should the nurse and other staff be prepared to treat?

Accepted Answer

The nurse and staff should be prepared to treat burns from lava or hot ash, respiratory issues from inhaling volcanic ash, and traumatic injuries from debris or accidents during evacuation.

Question 8

A PHN has been dispatched to communities along the New Madrid fault in Missouri because the area has seen a recent increase in seismic activity. The nurse is working with the communities to put policies in place that focused on mitigating the potential damages from future earthquakes. Which of the following is an example of an effective policy change related to mitigation?

Accepted Answer

Updating building ordinances to be more resistant to seismic activity is a proactive measure that can help reduce damage and enhance safety during future earthquakes, thus effectively mitigating potential risks.

Question 9

A nurse is attending a training session on disaster management and is surprised to learn that:

Accepted Answer

Disaster management is a continuous cycle involving preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation, with no definitive beginning or end.

Question 10

A nurse is reviewing the disaster and emergency plans for the hospital before updating them. What characteristic needs to be addressed, as it is not helpful in a disaster preparedness plan?

Accepted Answer

A disaster preparedness plan should emphasize collaboration and coordination with nearby organizations, not autonomy and independence, to ensure effective resource sharing and support during emergencies.

Question 11

A PHN has been sent to the site of a nuclear accident to assist in setting up long-term surveillance. The PHN will want to monitor cases of which of the following diseases? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A PHN has been sent to the...

Question 12

A nurse is working with the state department of health. Weather forecasters are anticipating that several communities will be impacted by a severe hurricane that will likely decimate the coastline of their community. They order a voluntary evacuation for several communities, in particular those that are likely to be most severely impacted. Which of the following statements is incorrect?

Accepted Answer

The use of the Emergency Alert System by broadcasters during an emergency is not voluntary; it is a mandatory system used to provide important emergency information to the public.

Question 13

A prison nurse has received notification that there is a powerful storm system approaching the prison that is likely to cause tornados in the area, putting the prison and prisoners at risk. The nurse is reviewing the emergency response plan, which should include:

Accepted Answer

The emergency response plan should comprehensively address the safety of first responders, prisoners, staff, and the general public to ensure a coordinated and effective response to the storm and potential tornadoes.

Question 14

A public health nurse (PHN) is working with a community after a major wildfire. The fire has been completely contained and will be put out shortly. How does the nurse proceed?

Accepted Answer

The nurse should begin surveillance and assess for incidences of respiratory disease related to the fires, as wildfires can significantly impact air quality and lead to respiratory health issues in the affected community.

Question 15

A nurse is organizing a disaster drill for the hospital. Which factors should the nurse consider while organizing the drill? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Regular scheduling ensures preparedness, materials should match expected needs, maintaining function is crucial, and education ensures all staff are informed and ready.

Question 16

A nurse is working very closely with a community after a small plane crashed into an apartment complex and killed many of its residents. Now that the crash site is being cleaned in the day after the crash what is the priority for this community?

Accepted Answer

The priority is to screen for and manage mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and PTSD, as these are common after traumatic events and need immediate attention to support the community's recovery.

Question 17

A nurse is volunteering with the local fire department and is sitting in on a class about dealing with wildfires. The instructor is talking about strategies for fighting a fire that is burning below the forest floor in the humus layer of the soil. This is known as what type of fire?

Accepted Answer

A ground fire burns in the humus layer below the forest floor, which is what the instructor is describing.

Question 18

A nurse is working with a local television station to work on a public service announcement meant to educate residents on how to prepare for tornados. What advice does the nurse give in the event that a tornado is imminent?

Accepted Answer

Taking shelter in a basement away from windows is the safest option during a tornado, as basements provide protection from debris and strong winds.

Question 19

A nurse is responding to the scene of a small plane crash in the community. First responders are on the scene treating victims, but they have asked the nurse to notify the appropriate federal authorities. The nurse informs:

Accepted Answer

The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) is the appropriate federal authority to notify in the event of a plane crash, as they are responsible for civil aviation safety and investigation.

Quiz 25: Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Management