A train derailed in a local community. The contents of the train caused a hazardous spill, and noxious gasses are being released into the environment
All local and surrounding fire control and Hazmat teams have been mobilized and the event is considered under control. Which type of situation should the nurse prepare for?
1. emergency
2. disaster
3. human-generated accidental disaster
4. intentional emergency
Correct Answer: 1
The difference between an emergency and a disaster is that an emergency can be handled by the management systems in place. Because the fire and Hazmat teams handled the event, it is considered an emergency rather than a disaster. A disaster would overwhelm the management systems in place. Intentional emergency is not a classification used for these types of event.
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