University:
Liberty University
Course:
BIOM 500 | Introduction to Biomedical Sciences
Academic year:

2024
Views:

145

Pages:

5
Author:

Sheha A.

**Disaster Preparedness** Disaster preparedness is concerned with the processes, procedures, and resources to ensure an effective response to disasters. It involves the mobilization of essential services and supplies, the evacuation of people, and the provision of aid to those affected. The total effects of an earthquake will depend on several factors, including the magnitude of the earthquake, the depth of the focus, the distance from the epicenter, and the geological conditions of the area. **Possibilities of Earth quakes** * Disrupts the normal social and economic life of the people. * Causes widespread damage to property and infrastructure. * Leads to loss of life and injuries. * Triggers secondary hazards such as landslides, fires, and tsunamis. **Preparation** * Develop a disaster preparedness plan. * Conduct regular drills and exercises. * Stockpile essential supplies. * Educate people about disaster preparedness. * Have an emergency kit ready. * Know your evacuation routes. * Stay informed about weather conditions and alerts. * She should check the infection and classify the condition of the patient. * She should isolate the second patient and take care. * She should put up a quarantine sign on the place. * She should assess both patients and check up of all those come in to seller. * She should maintain the cleanliness of the place. * She should inform the health department and seek advice. * She should isolate the patient and treat them from developing the disease. **Special cases to be careful:** * Illness, infant, old age people, people with illnesses, people with respiratory problems. * She should immediately inform the health department. * She should isolate the patient and treat them from developing the disease. * She should isolate the patient and treat them from developing the disease. **Immediate Role of Nurses** A nurse must act quickly and efficiently to address the patient's condition, provide care, and promote recovery. The above three objectives are achieved by: * A rapid but calm approach * A quick assessment of the patient's condition * A correct diagnosis of the condition based on the history of the incident, symptoms, and signs of the patient. * Immediate and appropriate treatment of the condition. * If necessary, calling a physician or a specialist quickly.