A 50-car pileup occurs on a major freeway in California's Central Valley as a result of heavy fog. There are major injuries, and victims are expected to be transported to local emergency depart-ments. Which type of disaster is this classified as?
a. Mass casualty event
b. Conventional disaster
c. Biological disaster
d. Radiological disaster
A
A mass casualty event is a catastrophic public health or terrorism-related event that results in the community's health care system being overwhelmed by the needs of victims (AHRQ, 2007).
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A) To alleviate symptoms of disease B) To alleviate side effects of treatments C) To improve eating habits to reduce the risk of chronic disease D) To replenish fluid losses
Ivan W. is a 65-year-old man who is new to your practice. He has a history of COPD, CAD, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes mellitus. He has had no immunizations since his discharge from the military at age 25
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a. Perform synchronized cardioversion. b. Start cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). c. Administer atropine per agency dysrhythmia protocol. d. Provide supplemental oxygen via non-rebreather mask.
When a nurse is the target for unwanted behavior that she perceives as sexually harassing, she should first
a. resign from the job. b. assertively tell the person that the behavior is unwanted. c. report the behavior to the nursing supervisor. d. report the behavior to the union representative.