The rate of disasters and emergencies is on the rise across the United States and world (Hoeppe, 2016). As a DNP scholar, organizations and communities will require your expertise in times of crisis. Consider your role in leading emergency preparedness and management and address the following.
- Describe one evidence-based strategy for leading emergency preparedness.
- Identify one evidence-based strategy for shaping healthcare system outcomes in disaster.
- Examine the disaster risks for your local community. Identify two priority concerns. Describe the significance of these issues of concern.
- Identify one professional organization active in emergency preparedness or disaster response. Describe the services provided.