(1) Using epidemiological data evaluates the risks and effects of
specific disasters on the community and the population and
determines the implications for nursing.
(2) Collaborates with other health care professionals, community
organizations, government and community leaders to develop
risk reduction measures to reduce the vulnerability of the
populations.
(3) Participates in planning to meet health care needs in a disaster.
(4) Identifies challenges to the health care system and works with the
multidisciplinary team to mitigate the challenges.
(5) Identifies vulnerable populations and coordinates activities to
reduce risk.
(6) Understands the principles and process of isolation, quarantine,
containment and decontamination and assists in developing a
plan for implementation in the community.
(7) Collaborates with organizations and governments to build the
capacity of the community to prepare for and respond to a
disaster.