An effective strategy for managing disaster response identified by the National Response Framework is/are:
A) Emergency Support Functions
B) Coordinating agencies
C) Activating federal agencies
D) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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The National Response Framework (NRF) developed by FEMA outlines principles, roles and responsibilities, and best practices for managing emergencies and disasters, ranging from serious, small-scale local incidents to large-scale disasters. The principles underlying the NRF include: "(1) engaged partnership, (2) tiered response, (3) scalable, flexible, and adaptable operational capabilities, (4) unity of effort through unified command, and (5) readiness to act" (USDHS, 2013, p. 5). The construct of Emergency Support Functions (ESFs) has proven to be an effective strategy for managing disaster-related resources. The ESFs group the coordinating agencies, resources, and capabilities into the functional areas frequently needed in disaster response. Federal ESF agencies and departments may be selectively activated depending on the nature and scope of the disaster. The NRF lists 15 ESFs (see Table 26-1) (USDHS, 2013). ESFs #6 and 8 are of most interest to occupational therapy practitioners.

An Effective Strategy for Managing Disaster Response Identified by the National