NR 293 NURSING APPLICATION
CERTIFICATION EVALUATION 2026 TESTED
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
◉ What is a Natural Disaster? Answer: - A natural event such as a
flood, earthquake, or hurricane that causes great damage or loss of
life
◉ Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) Answer: - A disaster situation that
results in a large number of victims who need the response of
multiple organizations; according to Dr. Lewis >100 people affected
for a mass casualty incident
◉ What is multiple casualties range? Answer: - 1 to 99 individuals
◉ What is terrorism? Answer: - The use of violence and intimidation
in the pursuit of political or social aims; unlawful use of force
according to the FBI
◉ What are weapons of mass destruction? Answer: - Weapon
designed to cause death or serious bodily injury; e.g. toxins,
chemicals, explosives, biological agents, etc.
,◉ What is Anthrax? Answer: - Spore-forming gram + bacterium
Bacillus antracis; through inhalation is esp deadly
- S/S: Fevers + chills, chest discomfort, shortness of breath,
confusion, dizziness, cough, N/V, stomach pains, headaches, fatigue,
body aches are common primarily through inhalation methods
◉ Bioterrorism Answer: - The deliberate spread of pathogenic
organisms into a community to cause widespread illness, fear, and
panic
- E.g. small pox, anthrax, Ebola are category A agents
- E.g. Typhus, ricin toxin, west Nile virus, E.coli, and food safety
threats are category B
- Influenza, TB, or rabies are category C and the third highest
priority
◉ Characteristics of Disasters Answer: - Frequency, predictability,
preventability, imminence-speed of onset, scope, and intensity
◉ Prevention in Disasters Answer: primary - aimed at preventing
the occurrence of a disaster/limiting consequences
- during nondisaster/predisaster stages
secondary - search, rescue, triage of victims
- assessment of destruction and devastation
,- implemented once disaster occurs
tertiary - focus on recovery and restoring community to previous
levels of function
- aimed at preventing a recurrence/minimizing effects of future
disasters
◉ Disaster Management Answer: - The plans that are in place
designating the community's response to a disaster
- Respond more quickly, more effectively, and less confusion
- Ensures resources are available
- Basic Disaster Supply Kit - BOB (Bug Out Bag)
- Important papers, antiseptics, food, clothing, etc.
◉ Governmental Responsibilities Answer: - Local government (first
responders) responsible for safety and welfare
- State government involved when disaster overwhelms local
community resources
- Federal government through Department of Homeland Security,
CDC, FEMA
◉ U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Answer: - Federal
agency that is an umbrella for several existing agencies that was
, designed to bring together all the functions related to emergencies,
immigration, border security, and antiterrorism efforts
◉ FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Answer: -
Agency charged with providing assistance to communities hit by
natural disasters; Mission is to support citizens and first responders
to ensure that, as a nation, everyone works together to build,
sustain, and improve the capacity to prepare for, protect against,
respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards
◉ Disaster Management Stages Answer: 1. prevention
2. preparedness
3. response
4. recovery
◉ Prevention Stage Answer: - Identify potential disaster risks.
- Create risk maps
- Educate citizens regarding what actions to take to prepare for
disasters.
- Individual, family, and community level
- Develop a plan for meeting the potential disasters identified.
◉ Preparedness Stage Answer: - Training in first aid
- Assembling a disaster emergency kit
CERTIFICATION EVALUATION 2026 TESTED
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
◉ What is a Natural Disaster? Answer: - A natural event such as a
flood, earthquake, or hurricane that causes great damage or loss of
life
◉ Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) Answer: - A disaster situation that
results in a large number of victims who need the response of
multiple organizations; according to Dr. Lewis >100 people affected
for a mass casualty incident
◉ What is multiple casualties range? Answer: - 1 to 99 individuals
◉ What is terrorism? Answer: - The use of violence and intimidation
in the pursuit of political or social aims; unlawful use of force
according to the FBI
◉ What are weapons of mass destruction? Answer: - Weapon
designed to cause death or serious bodily injury; e.g. toxins,
chemicals, explosives, biological agents, etc.
,◉ What is Anthrax? Answer: - Spore-forming gram + bacterium
Bacillus antracis; through inhalation is esp deadly
- S/S: Fevers + chills, chest discomfort, shortness of breath,
confusion, dizziness, cough, N/V, stomach pains, headaches, fatigue,
body aches are common primarily through inhalation methods
◉ Bioterrorism Answer: - The deliberate spread of pathogenic
organisms into a community to cause widespread illness, fear, and
panic
- E.g. small pox, anthrax, Ebola are category A agents
- E.g. Typhus, ricin toxin, west Nile virus, E.coli, and food safety
threats are category B
- Influenza, TB, or rabies are category C and the third highest
priority
◉ Characteristics of Disasters Answer: - Frequency, predictability,
preventability, imminence-speed of onset, scope, and intensity
◉ Prevention in Disasters Answer: primary - aimed at preventing
the occurrence of a disaster/limiting consequences
- during nondisaster/predisaster stages
secondary - search, rescue, triage of victims
- assessment of destruction and devastation
,- implemented once disaster occurs
tertiary - focus on recovery and restoring community to previous
levels of function
- aimed at preventing a recurrence/minimizing effects of future
disasters
◉ Disaster Management Answer: - The plans that are in place
designating the community's response to a disaster
- Respond more quickly, more effectively, and less confusion
- Ensures resources are available
- Basic Disaster Supply Kit - BOB (Bug Out Bag)
- Important papers, antiseptics, food, clothing, etc.
◉ Governmental Responsibilities Answer: - Local government (first
responders) responsible for safety and welfare
- State government involved when disaster overwhelms local
community resources
- Federal government through Department of Homeland Security,
CDC, FEMA
◉ U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Answer: - Federal
agency that is an umbrella for several existing agencies that was
, designed to bring together all the functions related to emergencies,
immigration, border security, and antiterrorism efforts
◉ FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Answer: -
Agency charged with providing assistance to communities hit by
natural disasters; Mission is to support citizens and first responders
to ensure that, as a nation, everyone works together to build,
sustain, and improve the capacity to prepare for, protect against,
respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards
◉ Disaster Management Stages Answer: 1. prevention
2. preparedness
3. response
4. recovery
◉ Prevention Stage Answer: - Identify potential disaster risks.
- Create risk maps
- Educate citizens regarding what actions to take to prepare for
disasters.
- Individual, family, and community level
- Develop a plan for meeting the potential disasters identified.
◉ Preparedness Stage Answer: - Training in first aid
- Assembling a disaster emergency kit
