A destructive earthquake has occurred within the vicinity of the local hospital. The nursing supervisor working the night shift at the hospital receives information that the hospital disaster plan will be activated

Question

The nurse recognizes that she will be working with several organizations in the management of this disaster. The supervisor recalls that the organization responsible for coordinating interagency relief assistance is what?
A) Office of Emergency Management
B) Incident Command System
C) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
D) American Red Cross

Answer 1

Ans: A

Feedback: The Office of Emergency Management coordinates the disaster relief efforts at state and local levels. The Incident Command System is a management tool to organize personnel, facilities, equipment, and communication in an emergency situation. The CDC is the agency for disease prevention and control and supports state and local health departments, and the American Red Cross provides additional support.