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Beth is working 7P-7A when the phone at the nurses desk rings. The caller states that he has placed a “dirty bomb” in the facility. What should be a priority for Beth? 

Why would nurses need the assistance of a mental health worker following a disaster? 

In the work setting, what is a  primary responsibility of the nurse in preparation for disaster management, that includes natural disasters and bioterrorism incidents?

A nurse finds radioactive pellets on the floor of the surgical. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

A nurse is triaging clients following a mass casualty event. Which of the following clients should the nurse assess first?

A nurse is triaging clients following a mass casualty event. Which of the following clients should the nurse assess first?

A nurse is teaching a group of newly hired nurses about the requirements for disaster planning. Which of the following statements by one of the newly hired nurses indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A nurse is working with a limited staff because of a severe storm in the area. The facility incident commander has initiated disaster protocols. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A nurse is conducting a primary survey of a client who has sustained life-threatening injuries due to a motor-vehicle crash. Identify the sequence of actions the nurse should take. 

A nurse manager is in her office when a severe weather alert is called in the facility. Which of the following actions should the nurse manager have her nurses take? Select all that apply