Which statement accurately describes how water can be rendered safe for drinking in the event of a ...

Which statement accurately describes how water can be rendered safe for drinking in the event of a disruption of service? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Allow water to sit for 24 hours before us-ing.
  b. Boil water for 3 to 5 minutes.
  c. Add 1 mL (16 drops) of household bleach to a gallon of water and let it stand for 30 minutes.
  d. Drain water from hot water heaters.
  e. Pour water through several layers of cot-ton towels.

Question 2

Local civil defense courses on disaster preparedness explain the roles of which people/entities? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. State government
  b. Federal government
  c. Law enforcement agencies
  d. Individual service agencies
  e. Nurse as a volunteer

Question 3

The nurse is preparing a list of items that are needed in a disaster kit. Which items should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. A 12-day supply of bottled water
  b. Nonperishable food items
  c. Prescription medications
  d. Portable radio
  e. Bedding
  f. First aid kit

Question 4

Essential elements in a disaster plan include provision of which components? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Shelter for victims
  b. Transportation
  c. Communication
  d. Welfare of victims
  e. Food

Question 5

The nurse is teaching community members about precautions related to a pandemic occurrence. Which information is most important for the nurse to include in the teaching plan?
 
  a. Be sure to cover your mouth when coughing.
  b. Be prepared to stay at home for at least 2 weeks.
  c. Dispose of tissues after using them.
  d. Avoid shaking hands.

Question 6

A patient comes to the emergency department after exposure to a toxic chemical spill. Which action indicates that the nurse accurately understands proper management of this patient?
 
  a. Disinfecting contact lenses before rein-serting them.
  b. Irrigating the patient's eyes for 5 to 7 mi-nutes with water.
  c. Using tongs to handle removed clothing.
  d. Placing the clothing in a metal receptacle for disposal.

Question 7

What is the purpose of debriefing after caring for victims of a disaster?
 
  a. To analyze the effectiveness of the disas-ter plan
  b. To assess the efficiency of the response
  c. To modify the disaster plan
  d. To help allay post-traumatic stress disord-ers