Chapter 10 Concepts Of Emergency Preparedness |31 Questions| With Correct Answers.

The nurse has been assigned the role of triage nurse after a weather-related disaster. What is the priority action of the nurse? a. Call in additional staff to assist with care of the victims. b. Splint fractures and clean and dress lacerations. c. Perform a rapid assessment of clients to determine priority of care. d. Provide psychological support to staff and family members. {Ans: } CA client who is hospitalized with burns after losing the family home in a fire becomes angry and screams at the nurse when dinner is served late. What is the nurse's best response? a. "Do you need something for pain right now?" b. "Please stop yelling. I brought dinner as soon as I could." c. "I suggest that you get control of yourself." d. "You seem upset. I have time to talk if you like." {Ans: } DA client is receiving follow-up care after surviving a tornado. The client reports insomnia and the nurse notes that the client jumped as the nurse entered the room. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate? a. Document findings on the client's chart and inform the physician. b. Perform additional assessments for post-traumatic stress disorder. c. Educate the