The nursing supervisor working the night shift when she receives information that a destructive earthquake has occurred within the vicinity recognizes that she will be working with several organizations in the management of this disaster
She recalls that the organization responsible for coordinating interagency relief assistance is the:
A) Office of Emergency Management
B) Incident Command System
C) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
D) American Red Cross
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 that supports state and local health departments. The American Red Cross provides additional support.
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a. communication of research findings. b. health care delivery. c. illness prevention. d. nursing education.
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