Week Discussion

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.