A Hospital Administrator Receives a Call That Mass Casualty Shootings

A hospital administrator receives a call that mass casualty shootings have occurred at several different locations within the city. Early information indicates that up to 50 victims may be arriving at the hospital starting within minutes. What action should the administrator take?

A) Mobilize the hospital incident command system.
B) Notify other administrators and order a rapid needs assessment in all critical areas.
C) Authorize the implementation of the hospital's disaster plan.
D) Call the emergency department and ask the charge nurse if the department has received any clients.
E) Conduct a risk assessment to see if the hospital is vulnerable to attack.