A community hospital has been notified of a plane crash that occurred during a local air show. Which information will the hospital leadership need to prepare for the crash victims?
Select all that apply.
1. Number of families who live in the community
2. Number of available beds in the hospital
3. Telephone list of staff to be called in to work immediately
4. Amount of intravenous fluids and emergency medications
5. List of current patients who can be immediately discharged
Correct Answer: 2, 3, 4, 5
Hospitals must be constantly aware of the number of beds available, which patients may be discharged, staffing, equipment, other resources, and their overall ability to manage casualties quickly. Knowing the number of families who live in the community will not help with planning for the victims of this disaster.
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