A series of thunderstorms ripped through a small town, causing massive power outages. The community nurse is reviewing the list of community members who might be adversely affected by the loss of power
For which residents should the nurse provide immediate care and support?
Select all that apply.
1. 16-year-old male with asthma
2. 75-year-old male with sleep apnea
3. 72-year-old male with a pacemaker
4. 45-year-old female with multiple sclerosis
5. 86-year-old female who requires continuous oxygen 2 liters nasal cannula
Correct Answer: 2, 5
One role of the nurse in a disaster is to provide emergency services with consideration of victims' abilities, deficits, culture, language, or special needs. The patient needing continuous oxygen and the patient with sleep apnea will need immediate care and support in a power outage. The other patients have no identified needs impacted by the loss of electricity.
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