Natural Disasters
Natural Disasters are broadly into which 3 categories
· Biological
· Climate related
· Geophysical
The main health consequences of armed conflict
severe malnutrition, increase in disease, combat-related injuries, malaria, childhood diseases.
In what ways do advancements in technology enhance public health response to biological events?
Enhanced communication between organizations both domestically and internationally.
Direct and immediate communication to the public.
Ability to quarantine due to videoconferencing and Telehealth.
3 barriers that impact the NPs role in immigrant health?
Language
Therapeutic relationships
Cultural
What did the CDC find in the walls of post Katrina Homes that sustained water damage?
· Mold
Which one of our professors was an ICU for 7 years, has a dual certificate in FNP and AGACNP, and has a son too cute for words?
Dr. Christine Malinowski
In the 1950s, 1/3 of the population was left paralyzed, but due to vaccination there is now a 99% decrease in cases of this disease worldwide.
Polio
Public health concerns in the home?
Social isolation
Food insecurity
Violence and trauma
Lack of healthcare
Which one of our professors has recently left her practice to teach full time?
Dr. Susan Wiers
What ethical dilemmas do health care providers encounter when working in zones of armed conflict?
remaining silent about violations of international and human rights laws, maintaining privacy and informed consent, maintaining respect for cultural practices regarding death and grief
What challenges might a practitioner face in their role during a biological event?
Insufficient supplies
Uncompliant patients
Patients who are misinformed
Inner city public health concerns
Racism
Tobacco use
Teenage pregnancy
Which Natural Disasters will become more frequent and severe because of climate change?
· Floods and Storms
List barriers to providing care that health care workers experience in conflict torn regions
interference from perpetrators of violence, lack of access to medical centers and supplies, lack of experience in emergency triaging
1. Stop disease spread
2. Lead communication efforts in case of outbreak
3. Move quickly to create interventions, strategies and policies to slow spread and save lives.
Which one of our professors has recently moved?
Dr Nancy George
What are the 4 main relief needs in Natural Disasters?
· Water
· Food
· Sanitation
· Shelter
In war-torn areas, what is the definition of "internally displaced citizens"?
Individuals who are forced to leave their homes due to war but unable to seek international refuge
Which one of our professors are a seasoned adult nurse practitioner and recent doctor of nursing practice graduate?
Dr. Jennifer Ahlquist CONGRATS! We all hope to be with you soon.
Have you had to find any resources in the community for a patient?
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