The occupational health nurse works in facility located in a region that is highly prone to tornadoes. Which intervention should the nurse make sure is included in the facility's emergency plan to address this potential threat?
A) A shelter-in-place policy and procedure
B) Personal protective equipment
C) Evacuation drills
D) Decontamination procedures
Ans: A
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A shelter-in-place policy and procedure must be established for emergencies such as hurricanes, tornadoes, high winds, or chemical releases in buildings such as healthcare and correctional facilities. Personal protective equipment and decontamination procedures are needed for those who work with and around hazardous materials and chemicals but would not be needed for a tornado. During a tornado, workers should shelter in place, not evacuate the building.
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