Core Competencies in Disaster Nursing Version 2.0

• 2019

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• Rowaida Al-Maaitah; Lisa Conlan; Kristine Gebbie; Alison Hutton; Joanne Langan; Alice Yuen Loke

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This 16-page document outlines the important skills nurses need during disasters. It describes how nurses should be ready to help in emergencies like natural disasters or pandemics. Nurses must know how to care for patients, work with other teams, and manage resources well. The article also explains that training and education are crucial for nurses to develop these skills. By being prepared, nurses can better protect people's health and safety during crises.

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Focus Areas: Infectious Disease; Natural Disasters; Trauma; Violence

Audiences: Nurses; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Clinical Competence; Disaster Planning; Nurses; Global Health; Disaster Nursing

Institutions: International Council of Nurses (ICN)

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