A community health nurse is working as part of a disaster management team to develop programs to address disaster preparedness. The team would most likely focus on which areas? Select all that apply.

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Disaster preparedness involves improving community and individual reaction and responses, so that the effects of a disaster are minimized. Disaster preparedness saves lives and minimizes injury and property damage. It includes plans for communication, evacuation, rescue, victim care, and recovery. Any plan must also address acquisition of equipment, personnel, supplies, medicine, and even food, clean water, blankets, and shelter. Identifying risk factors and personnel training would be areas addressed during the prevention phase.

A Community Health Nurse Is Working as Part of a Disaster