Nursing Community Heath

Critical incident stress debriefing (CISD) is a group process by which relief workers are able to emotionally reconcile their experiences after responding to a disaster. Which of the following statements have been associated with CISD? (Select all that apply.)

- CISD accelerates the relief workers' healing process. - CISD reinforces or restores group cohesiveness - CISD reduces relief workers' anxiety

Which of the following actions by the community/public health nurse are associated with the provision of psychological first aid? (Select all that apply.)

- Giving clear and reliable information - Being calm and compassionate - Helping survivors help themselves

The community/public health nurse knows that the recovery phase of a disaster includes which of the following activities? (Select all that apply.)

- Relocation of survivors who have lost their homes - Stabilization of the community physically, economically, and psychologically - Rebuilding of the community's infrastructure

A community/public health nurse suspects that a client who was a victim of a disaster 3 months ago is experiencing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which of the following would the nurse expect to find in this client? (Select all that apply.)

- Reports of flashbacks - Hypervigilance - Feelings of detachment

Which of the following measures helps flood victims avoid waterborne diseases? (Select all that apply.)

- Wash hands frequently with soap and safe water supply. - Drink only bottled water. - Use bottled water when brushing teeth.

According to a study by Zidek, West, Holmes, and Crytzer (2014), approximately how many people who rely on electronic medical equipment to maintain their health have no plan for a sustained power outage?

25%

The role of the community/public health nurse in disaster and post-disaster situations often includes which of the following?

A unique awareness of vulnerable populations in the community who are at higher risk

The community/public health nurse is working with a community that has experienced flooding associated with contaminated floodwater. Which of the following organisms is the least likely to be found in floodwater?

Hepatitis B

The community/public health nurse understands that the recovery phase of a disaster event is consistent with which timeframe?

Long term after the response phase of the disaster event

Assisting individuals and families adversely affected by a natural disaster to rebuild their lives through counseling and other services and support is an example of which level of prevention?

Tertiary prevention