__________ is the sorting of individuals by the seriousness of their condition and the likelihood of their survival
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Triage
Triage is the sorting of individuals by the seriousness of their condition and the likelihood of their survival.
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A) Handwashing as an infection control measure B) Injury prevention especially when the child is near water C) Identifying signs of child abuse and neglect D) The importance of good nutrition
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a. "A single reading may not mean anything. We will take it again at your next visit." b. "It looks like you have high blood pressure now. We'll check it again in 3 months." c. "Fortunately, hypertension isn't related to other diseases and is easily treated." d. "You may have hypertension, but there is little else that can be done except medi-cines."
The nursing supervisor working the night shift when she receives information that a destructive earthquake has occurred within the vicinity recognizes that she will be working with several organizations in the management of this disaster
She recalls that the organization responsible for coordinating interagency relief assistance is the: A) Office of Emergency Management B) Incident Command System C) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) D) American Red Cross
Which information is included in an action plan? (Select all that apply.)
a. Time frame for completing the activities b. Identification of team members who cre-ated the plan c. Program goals and objectives d. Evidence-based practice literature e. Client goals