Description
In Unit 3 you will complete and submit a written report containing a disaster response plan.
This plan must address and the primary, secondary, and tertiary interventions as a Health Care Administrator or Long-term Care Administrator related to the disaster scenario you choose.
Use the outline you created in Unit 3 to develop your written Disaster Plan.
Your paper must be at least four – six (4-6) pages (excluding title page, references, and appendices). You must use a minimum of three resources for your paper, it is highly recommended that use the ECPI Online Library to conduct your research. Use APA style to format your paper and cite all sources. You are also required to address the following information in your report:
- Notification
- Warning
- Control
- Logistical Coordination
- Evacuation
- Rescue
- Immediate Care
- Supportive Care
- Syndromic Surveillance
The following links have examples of two different disaster plans. These are ONLY a guide. You may add information, delete information, or create your own format. The goal of these links is to provide you with some starting points.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN
Emergency Response Plan
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN
Introduction
Plane crash disasters are very sophisticated eventualities that need professional
and rapid responses. A plane crash scene is characterized by a disturbing scene of
wreckage, bodies and survivors. In the eventuality that the crash happens near towns or
residential areas, the extent of damage could be catastrophic. Several stakeholders and
authorities are involved in the management of such disasters including the Police, fire
department and most importantly the health department. (Erickson & Erickson, 2006).
The health department is crucial in dealing with providing emergency medical
attention and care for the casualties. They are also supposed to provide psychological
support to the victims of the disaster and to the family members that will arrive later at
the scene. For the health department to succeed in its roles when dealing with plane crash
disasters, a comprehensive emergency response plan needs to be rolled out.
Interventions
Primary Interventions
Primary interventions are the measures that are put in place to ensure readiness in
the eventuality of a plane crash. Since the main role of the health sector is to provide
emergency health services during such disasters, it is important to prepare adequately.
Basic interventions include the provision of education to the general public regarding
coping skills during disa...
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