NUR 211- EXAM 6 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% PASS

NUR 211- EXAM 6 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% PASS What is the emergency operations plan's goal? - to protect the community What do you go to first when you are notified of a mass casualty? - the emergency operations plan Who coordinates personnel, facilities, equipment, and communication in any emergency situation? - The hospital incident command system What are the 2 steps of decontamination? - 1. removal of pt's clothing and jewelry and then rinsing the pt w/ water 2. thorough soap and water wash and rinse 2 100% Pass Guarantee Katelyn Whitman, All Rights What does level D PPE consist of? - generally not adequate for protection from a patient who has been chemically, biologically, or radiologically contaminated What does level C PPE consist of? - is adequate for the average patient exposure; consists of an air purified respirator, chemical resistant suit, gloves, and hood. What are decisions of care based on during a disaster? - the likelihood of survival and consumption of available resources What is a black tag? - -Injured personas who are beyond the scope of medical assistance OR -Deceased What is a red tag? - -Injured persons who must be assisted by advanced medical care IMMEDIATELY or within the next hour What is a yellow tag? - -Injured persons who are medically stable but require medical assistance but care is DELAYED 3 100% Pass Guarantee Katelyn Whitman, All Rights What is a green tag? - -Injured persons who do not need medical care for at least several hours and can usually walk. Mainly consist of bandages and acute first aid CAN LEAVE What is the Nurse's role in a disaster situation? - (may be asked to perform duties outside of their expertise) -delegation -triage -fair allocation of resources -providing counseling -knowing the hospital disaster plan -participating in disaster drills -honing in on competencies r/t disaster manageme