6. Care of Communities
(1) Describes the phases of community response to disaster and the implications for nursing interventions.
(2) Collects data regarding injuries and illnesses as required.
(3) Evaluates health needs and available resources in the disasteraffected area to meet basic needs of the population.
(4) Collaborates with the disaster response team to reduce hazards and risks in the disaster-affected area.
(5) Understands how to prioritize care and manage multiple situations.
(6) Participates in preventive strategies such as mass immunization activities.
(7) Collaborates with relief organizations to address basic needs of the community (e.g. shelter, food, water, health care).
(8) Provides community-based education regarding health implications of the disaster.
(9) Evaluates the impact of nursing interventions on different populations and cultures and uses evaluation results to make
evidence-based decisions.
(10) Manages resources and supplies required to provide care in the community.
(11) Effectively participates as part of a multidisciplinary team.