The Nurse Is Part of a Disaster Response Team Caring

question 55

Multiple Choice

The nurse is part of a disaster response team caring for individuals after a metro bus collided with a building. What must the nurse consider when assessing the emotional state of each individual?

• A)The individual's previous healthcare experiences will make them more open to sharing emotions.
• B)The individual's race or ethnicity will be a predictor of their resiliency.
• C)The individual's emotional state is not as important as their physical injuries.
• D)The individual's culture will influence their expression of emotions.

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Definitions:

Lateral

Positioned on or relating to the side of a body or structure.

Heart

The heart is a muscular organ responsible for pumping blood through the blood vessels by repeated, rhythmic contractions, supplying oxygen and nutrients to the body while removing carbon dioxide and other wastes.

Parasagittal

A plane or section that is parallel to the sagittal plane but is offset from the midline of the body.

Frontal

Refers to the front part of something, especially the frontal lobe of the human brain which is involved in decision making and problem solving.