As a Nurse and a Citizen,what Is the Nurse's Additional

question 23

Multiple Choice

As a nurse and a citizen,what is the nurse's additional responsibility in relation to disasters?

• A)Assume the nurse will be asked to volunteer to assist the American Red Cross with helping care for disaster victims
• B)Be aware if there is an unusual increase in the number of people seeking care with similar symptoms
• C)Expect and plan for the possibility of being called to report to work for additional work efforts in caring for the sick and injured
• D)Expect to be a role model in preparing for and reacting to a disaster

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Definitions:

Obstructive Sleep Apnea

A sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing or periods of shallow breathing during sleep due to airway blockage.

Bruxism

A condition where an individual grinds, gnashes, or clenches their teeth, often unconsciously, especially during sleep.

Daytime Fatigue

A condition characterized by persistent tiredness and lack of energy during the daytime, not directly linked to lack of sleep.

REM Rebound

The increase in the frequency and intensity of REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep following a period of REM sleep deprivation.