A Group of Nurses Are Attending a Meeting to Discuss

question 51

Multiple Choice

A group of nurses are attending a meeting to discuss the outcome and results of care provided to victims of a recent building collapse. The nurse is participating in which phase of the disaster planning process?

• A)mitigation
• B)recovery
• C)restoration
• D)rehabilitation

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Definitions:

Carbonic Acid

A weak acid formed when carbon dioxide dissolves in water, playing a key role in buffering blood pH.

Carbon Dioxide

A colorless, odorless gas produced by burning carbon and organic compounds and by respiration. It is naturally present in air.

Plasma

In vertebrates, the liquid portion of blood; contains nutrients, wastes, salts, and proteins.

Oxyhemoglobin

Compound formed when oxygen combines with hemoglobin.