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Competency-Based Assessments

Medical-Surgical NursingCompetency-Based Assessments

Competency-Based Assessments

1 .
Describe how you would apply your knowledge and skills to ensure patient safety and provide effective care during a flash flood emergency. Provide specific examples of actions you would take to assess risk, prioritize patient needs, and collaborate with the health-care team and emergency responders.
2 .
Describe how you would provide holistic care for a patient diagnosed with H1N1 influenza, considering their physical, emotional, and educational needs. Include specific interventions you would implement to promote recovery and prevent transmission of the virus.
3 .
You are a nurse working in a hospital located in a region where an outbreak of Ebola virus disease (EVD) has been reported. As part of your role, you are responsible for managing patients suspected or confirmed to have EVD and implementing infection control measures to prevent the spread of the virus. Describe the key steps you would take to ensure the safety of yourself, your colleagues, and your patients while caring for individuals suspected or confirmed to have EVD. Please include specific actions related to personal protective equipment usage, patient isolation, and communication protocols. Additionally, explain how you would effectively educate patients, families, and staff about EVD prevention and control measures.
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