NUR 359 - Disaster Healthcare

Institution:

Indiana University-Fort Wayne

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Description:

Introduction to disaster preparedness and the predictors of the types of injuries and illnesses related to various disasters. Presents information on biological, chemical, and radiological weapons, bioterrorism, environmental disasters, mental health and traumatic events, and homeland security. Discusses the roles of healthcare workers?in a hospital, medical facility, and community agency at the time of a disaster and the recovery period. Prepares healthcare workers?to respond to a disaster by discussing community hazards and vulnerabilities. Course is based on the altered standards of care in mass causality events development by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) and the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Public Health Emergency Preparedness, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ipfw.edu

Phone Number:

(260) 481-6100

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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