Disaster Management Discussion


Research a technological or human-induced disaster. Look at situations such as radiological, nuclear accidents, technological disasters (electromagnetic pulse), and hazardous material spills.

In your post, provide the name of the incident you have chosen, and support your answers with evidence/examples. Please provide a working link and a citation for your source(s).

Select 2 of the items below to discuss:

1. At what point does a technological or man-made event become labeled a disaster?

2. Name and explain the impact categories associated with your disaster.

3. How well do you think the United States is prepared for a disaster like the one you selected?

4. Discuss the factors that can influence the effects a disaster may have on a community or region.

5. What nursing interventions would be a priority for these victims?

6. What community resources should be provided to the victims for follow-up needs?

Support your answer in a few paragraphs with evidence from scholarly sources.