PBHE 413 Special Operations in Emergency Medical Services Discussion- American Public University System
Part 1: (250 to 300 words total, 2 sources)
• What is the role of public health in times of Population Crises and Emergencies?
• How does the National Response Framework relate to the role of public health?
• How does the Incident Command System improve emergency response?
Part 2: (250 to 300 words total, 2 sources)
• Why are public-private partnerships important in the National Incident Management System?
• During medical triage, which organizations or partnerships are involved in START triage?
• What are some strategies to improve inter-agency communications and coordination between local, state, and federal governments?
Part 3: (250 to 300 words total, 2 sources)
• Discuss a scenario (your experience if possible) when an attempt to control health problems was implemented. Be sure to focus on the health of a community, rather than the individual patients.
• How are rapid needs assessments used during disasters and emergencies?
Part 4: (250 to 300 words total, 2 sources)
• What facilities and procedures does your organization or your local fire district/hospital have in place for infectious or emerging pandemics for public health preparedness during disasters or emergencies?
• Do you believe that the facility or practice is adequate to meet the demands of a large volume of infected patients? Why or why not?
Part 5: (250 to 300 words total, 2 sources)
• Does your community have mechanisms in place for early detection of a potential bombing and the infrastructure to mitigate loss of life during and after an event?
• What are the reporting procedures?
• Have they been practiced or drilled in your community?
Part 6: (250 to 300 words total, 2 sources)
• What natural disaster is your local community at highest risk?
• Considering this information, what are the triage, mass casualty care, and public health challenges involved in a response to this disaster?
• If you have experience in natural disaster response, please share your stories and insights with the class.
Part 7: (250 to 300 words total, 2 sources)
• Does the United States' emergency response plan have a process for managing a major nuclear disaster?
• Discuss the medical response preparedness plans in communities co-located with nuclear plants.
• Is your community at risk of a nuclear disaster?
Part 8: (250 to 300 words total, 2 sources)
• What are some mental health effects for emergency responders during a disaster?
• What are some mental health effects for individuals, families, and communities during a disaster?
• How would you include mental health in a disaster response plan?
• How do disasters impact children?
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.