Background and Significance
Flood disaster impacts chronically ill patients, physically and psychologically. Preparation for flood disaster is important for these patients and caregivers. Management of chronically ill patients during natural disasters has been identified as an important health issue in a global context. According to the World Health Organization' patients need to be prepared for appropriate management during natural disaster, such as earth quakes, fire, or floods to reduce negative health outcomes. In relation to floods, big or small, they can have devastating effects on people and create harm to physical and psychological health. Effective preparedness for flood crisis is crucial and could contribute to readiness for flood management.