Class 10 Flashcards
what should be included in a 72-hour emergency kit (kinda obvious stuff & long but 16)
- water (2L/person/day for 3 days)
- non-perishable food
- can opener
- flashlight
- candles
- waterproof matches
- batteries
- radio
- first aid kit
- sanitation supplies
- small tools
- charging cables
- extra keys to home & vehicle
- cash (small bills & change)
- change of clothes
- important personal documents
what else may be included in a 72-hour emergency kit
- prescription meds
- infant formula
- diapers
- toys, books
- equipment for people w disabilities
- pet food & water
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what are things to keep in mind r/t pets during a disaster (7)
- dont leave pets behind
- post stickers on your home to indicate number & location of pets, or evacuated if you have taken them with you
- emergency kit with pet supplies
- emergency accommodations
- ensure pet is licensed
- do not let your pet off-leash
- if leave pet at home, ensure lots of water & food
what should be involved in an emergency plan (8)
- safe exits (at least 2 diff ways to exit each room)
- safe meeting places
- emergency schooltime pickup
- out-of-town contact (far enough away to not be effected by same event)
- health info (allergies, med conditions, etc.)
- take pets with you
- plan for diff types of emergencies
- ensure have working smoke detector and fire extinguisher
how can individuals ensure their kids are prepared for emergencies? (3)
- educate on natural hazards & what to do when they occur
- make family emergency plan & kit
- teach kids what to do at school if an emergency happens
review this page with links
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/emergency-preparedness-response.html
according to WHO, organizers can’t respond to health emergencies alone, they rely on… (5)
- partners
- networks
- standby partners
- emergency medical teams
- global outbreak alert and response network
according to WHO, international partners and local institutions can help communities…
- prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies, disasters, and crises
according to WHO, what is the global health cluster? (2)
- coordinates effective responses to global health crises
- 900 partners combine technical and operational abilities to support crisis-affected countries
according to WHO, what are standby partnerships
- groups of experienced professionals ready to enter into a disaster to provide medical care
according to WHO, what are emergency medical teams
- provide clinical care in the wake of emergencies
according to WHO, what is purpose of the global outbreak alert and response network
- ensures that the right technical expertise and skills are on the ground where and when they are needed most
the WHO is commited to…. r/t crisis (6)
- saving lives and reducing suffering in times of crises
- building efficient partnerships for emergency mngmt and ensuring these are properly coordinated
- advocating for political support & consistent resources for disaster preparedness, response, and advocacy
- developing evidence-based guidelines for all phases of emergency work in the health sector
- strengthening capacity & resilience of health systems and countries to mitigate and manage disasters
- ensuring international capacity is available to support countries for emergency response through training and establishment of surge capacity
what are characteristics of a disaster (6) ***
- sudden onset
- unpredictability
- uncontrollability
- huge magnitutde of destruction
- human loss & sufferring
- the coping capacity of the affected community is greatly exceded
what is defined as a disaster crisis?
- the demand for essential & critical resources is higher than their availability = pts and staff in danger
a disaster crisis depends on … (4)
- the magnitude of the disaster
- area affected
- availability of rescue teams
- logistics
what is the goal r/t disaster crisis
- plan ahead to ensure the most effective use of available assets and mobilization of additional emergency resources (human and material)
what are the 6 stages of a crisis plan
- warning (in ideal world, will have one)
- risk assessment
- response
- mngmt
- resolution
- recovery