Why is it important that the public health nurse be included in disaster planning?
a. To be most effective as a disaster responder
b. To anticipate the potential disasters that may occur
c. To educate the public about their responsibilities if a disaster occurs
d. To demonstrate the importance of community partnerships
ANS: A
To be most effective as a disaster responder, the public health nurse needs to be part of the team before an emergency occurs.
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