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Alfuqaha AN, Alosta MR, Khalifeh AH, Oweidat IA. Jordanian Nurses' Perceptions of Disaster Preparedness and Core Competencies. Disaster Med Public Health Prep 2024; 18:e96. [PMID: 38653728 DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2024.81] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/25/2024]
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OBJECTIVE This study aims to identify the Jordanian nurses' perception of their disaster preparedness and core competencies. METHODS A descriptive, cross-sectional research design was used. The data was collected via an online self-reported questionnaire using the disaster preparedness evaluation tool and the core disaster competencies tool. RESULTS A total of 126 nurses participated in the study. Jordanian nurses had moderate to high levels of core disaster competencies and moderate levels of disaster preparedness. Core disaster competencies and disaster preparedness levels differed based on previous training on disaster preparedness, and the availability of an established emergency plan in their hospitals. Lastly, a previous training on disaster preparedness and core disaster competencies were statistically significant predictors of disaster preparedness among Jordanian nurses. CONCLUSIONS Organizational factors and environmental contexts play a role in the development of such capabilities. Future research should focus on understanding the barriers and facilitators of developing core disaster competencies and disaster preparedness among nurses.
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Mani Z, Kuhn L, Plummer V. Emergency Nurse Roles, Challenges, and Preparedness in Hospitals in the Context of Armed Conflict. Disaster Med Public Health Prep 2024; 18:e21. [PMID: 38344868 DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2024.7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/15/2024]
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INTRODUCTION An understanding of emergency nurses' roles, challenges, and preparedness in the context of armed conflict is necessary to capture in-depth insights into this specialty and their preparational needs when working in these unique environments. Unfortunately, the evidence about emergency nurses' work in the context of armed conflict is scant. METHOD Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 23 participants and analyzed using qualitative content analysis. The COREQ guideline for reporting qualitative research was followed. RESULTS The emergency nurses' roles, challenges, and preparedness in hospitals in the context of armed conflict were explored in detail. The main challenges that these nurses faced included poor orientation, access block, and communication barriers. Various perspectives about preparation, including education, training, and strategies for preparing emergency nurses were identified. The most striking findings in these settings were the diversity of armed conflict injuries, clinical profiles of patients, triage of mass casualties, trauma care, surge capacity, orientation, communication, and strategies for preparing nurses. CONCLUSIONS This study provided an exploration of the scope of emergency nurses' roles, and how they were prepared and expected to function across multiple hospitals in armed conflict areas. The resultant snapshot of their experiences, challenges, and responsibilities provides an informative resource and outlines essential information for future emergency nursing workforce preparedness. There is a broad range of preparational courses being undertaken by emergency nurses to work effectively in settings of armed conflict; however, required education and training should be carefully planned according to their actual roles and responsibilities in these settings.
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- Zakaria Mani
- Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
- Monash University Faculty of Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences, Clayton, Australia
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- Monash University Faculty of Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences, Clayton, Australia
- Australian Catholic University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Fitzroy, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash University Faculty of Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences, Clayton, Australia
- Federation University Australia, Ballarat, Victoria, Australia
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Valente M, Zanellati M, Facci G, Zanna N, Petrone E, Moretti E, Barone-Adesi F, Ragazzoni L. Health System Response to the 2023 Floods in Emilia-Romagna, Italy: A Field Report. Prehosp Disaster Med 2023; 38:813-817. [PMID: 37753631 PMCID: PMC10694460 DOI: 10.1017/s1049023x23006404] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Revised: 08/11/2023] [Accepted: 08/20/2023] [Indexed: 09/28/2023]
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In May 2023, the Italian region Emilia-Romagna was hit by intense rainfall, which caused extensive floods in densely populated areas. On May 4, 2023, a 12-month state of emergency was declared in the region with the activation of response and recovery plans. This field report provides an overview of the health response to the floods, paying particular attention to the measures put in place to ensure care for displaced populations and raising interesting points of discussion regarding the role of the health system during extreme weather events (EWEs). The considerations that emerge from this report underline the need for a primary care approach to disasters, especially when these occur in areas with a high prevalence of elderly resident population, and underscore the importance of integration of different levels of care.
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- Martina Valente
- CRIMEDIM - Center for Research and Training in Disaster Medicine, Humanitarian Aid and Global Health, Università del Piemonte Orientale, 28100, Novara, Italy
- Department for Sustainable Development and Ecological Transition, Università del Piemonte Orientale, 13100, Vercelli, Italy
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- CRIMEDIM - Center for Research and Training in Disaster Medicine, Humanitarian Aid and Global Health, Università del Piemonte Orientale, 28100, Novara, Italy
- Department of Translational Medicine, Università del Piemonte Orientale, 28100, Novara, Italy
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- Azienda AUSL Ferrara, Ferrara, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
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- Azienda AUSL Ferrara, Ferrara, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
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- CRIMEDIM - Center for Research and Training in Disaster Medicine, Humanitarian Aid and Global Health, Università del Piemonte Orientale, 28100, Novara, Italy
- Department of Translational Medicine, Università del Piemonte Orientale, 28100, Novara, Italy
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- CRIMEDIM - Center for Research and Training in Disaster Medicine, Humanitarian Aid and Global Health, Università del Piemonte Orientale, 28100, Novara, Italy
- Department for Sustainable Development and Ecological Transition, Università del Piemonte Orientale, 13100, Vercelli, Italy
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Milburn AB, McNeill CC, Clay L, Springer J, Casey-Lockyer M. Health-Care and Supportive Services in General Population Disaster Shelters. Disaster Med Public Health Prep 2023; 17:e457. [PMID: 37605973 DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2023.114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/23/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The Communication (C), Maintaining Health (M), Independence (I), Services, Support and Self-Determination (S), and Transportation (T) is a framework (C-MIST) for identifying functional needs in an emergency response. A C-MIST documentation tool provides shelter staff with a list of potential client needs and actions to address them. This retrospective review describes the needs and actions indicated on completed C-MIST documentation tools (ie, records) within domestic general population shelters following Hurricane Florence in 2018. METHODS A convenience sample of 1209 records completed by shelter disaster health services personnel was provided by the American Red Cross. The records correspond to client stays in 19 shelters between September and October 2018. Data abstracted from hardcopy forms were de-identified and recorded in a database. Summary statistics were computed. RESULTS High incidence needs included medical supplies for everyday care (including medications) not related to mobility (15.4%), medically or culturally needed diets (12.2%), durable medical equipment (9.7%), mental health care (8.8%), and transportation (8.4%). High incidence actions included replacement medication (9.3%), refer to Disaster Mental Health Services (6.4%), provide assistive mobility equipment (5.1%), provide diabetes management supplies (5.0%), provide alternative food and beverages (4.1%), and provide transportation (3.9%). CONCLUSIONS The process for identifying health and functional support needs in shelters should be standardized through the use of the C-MIST framework.
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- Department of Emergency Health Services, University of Maryland Baltimore County, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Disaster Health Services, American Red Cross, Washington, DC, USA
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- Disaster Health Services, National Headquarters, American Red Cross, Washington, DC, USA
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Kitamura Y, Nakai H. Maintaining quality of life and care for cancer survivors experiencing disaster disruptions: a review of the literature. BMC Cancer 2023; 23:701. [PMID: 37495955 PMCID: PMC10373278 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-023-11191-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2023] [Accepted: 07/19/2023] [Indexed: 07/28/2023] Open
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Disasters caused by natural phenomena are increasing in frequency and devastation. The growing number of cancer survivors constitute a vulnerable population in their need for continuous and high-level care, a vulnerability that is exacerbated in the event of disasters. Although the evidence base on the needs of cancer survivors is growing, little is known about cancer care in disaster settings. Therefore, we prepared a narrative literature review that outlines existing evidence, identifies knowledge gaps, and clarifies key concepts that are central to the burgeoning area of research into the quality of care for cancer survivors through disasters. As the preponderance of available evidence stresses the importance of careful disaster planning for maintaining care services, this review also provides guidance in developing plans for how to proceed during, and in the aftermath of, disasters.
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- Yoshiko Kitamura
- School of Nursing, Kanazawa Medical University, 1-1 Uchinada, Kahoku, Ishikawa, 920-0265, Japan
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- Faculty of Nursing, University of Kochi, 2751-1 Ike, Kochi, 781-8515, Japan.
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Tippong D, Petrovic S, Akbari V. A review of applications of operational research in healthcare coordination in disaster management. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF OPERATIONAL RESEARCH 2022; 301:1-17. [PMID: 34728892 PMCID: PMC8552591 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejor.2021.10.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2021] [Accepted: 10/22/2021] [Indexed: 05/25/2023]
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Many disasters that have happened in the last decades, including the latest COVID-19 pandemic, have caused a shortage of healthcare resources and change in healthcare operations. Given these impacts, the Operational Research (OR) community has applied various approaches to improve the emergency medical responses. Coordination of healthcare facilities is one of the emergency medical response strategies to ensure the continued provision of medical services during disasters. Although the existing literature reviews of OR approaches have included the perspective of healthcare management, they focused mostly on the application of OR in disaster operations and logistics management. The importance of coordination in healthcare systems during disasters is well recognised in the literature, but to the best of our knowledge there has been no review of the published research in this area. This study provides a focused literature review of the OR contributions in the coordination in healthcare systems during disasters. Definitions of the terms in use in this field are provided. An overall descriptive statistics of the reviewed articles is given, followed by the review of the presented research problems, disaster types, and developed methodologies. The main characteristics of models for the coordination in the healthcare system are described. Measures of coordination effectiveness that denote healthcare resilience are discussed. Based on our findings, we suggest future research directions in the context of existing models extension, and application and development of other methodologies with the aim to provide a solid basis for OR research in the healthcare disaster management.
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- Nottingham University Business School, Nottingham, UK
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Nakai H, Itatani T, Horiike R. Construction of an evacuee placement model for tsunami shelters considering physical distancing to prevent COVID-19 infection. PROGRESS IN DISASTER SCIENCE 2021; 11:100183. [PMID: 34151247 PMCID: PMC8205553 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdisas.2021.100183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2021] [Revised: 05/26/2021] [Accepted: 06/12/2021] [Indexed: 05/23/2023]
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Earthquakes and tsunamis are expected to occur within the next 30 years along Japan's Nankai Trough. Existing disaster prevention plans and calculated evacuation capacities in the coastal areas that would be affected do not account for physical distancing in the context of COVID-19. Therefore, we developed a tsunami evacuation placement model incorporating physical distance guidelines for infection control and living space per person into calculations of evacuation center accommodation capacities in Aki City, Kochi Prefecture. Using available administrative, population, and tsunami inundation data, we counted and mapped evacuation centers in the estimated inundated area within three zones constructed for smooth evacuation using the ArcGIS software Build Balanced Zones Tool. We calculated the space per evacuee using the Sphere handbook standard of 3.5 m2 or double the Sphere standard at 7 m2 plus the recommended physical distance of 11 m2 per person. We then compared the results with planned capacities. A total of 27 shelters are located in the area projected to be inundated at depths of 0.3-10 m, and their planned capacity, 2 m2 for each evacuee, would accommodate 32.9% of Aki's population and result in 9639 unaccommodated evacuees. Allotting 14.5 m2 (living space) or 18 m2 (living space plus space to maintain physical distancing) would reduce accommodation capacities to 57.1% and 28.6% (12,133 and 12,371 unaccommodated evacuees, respectively). Given these accommodation shortages, we recommend that evacuation centers are set aside for vulnerable people and that alternative evacuation sites such as parking lots and mountain campsites are preplanned.
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- Hisao Nakai
- School of Nursing, Kanazawa Medical University, Ishikawa, Japan
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- School of Health Sciences, College of Medical, Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences, Kanazawa University, Ishikawa, Japan
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- Susaki Regional Welfare and Health Center, Kochi, Japan
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Assessing the agility of hospitals in disaster management: application of interval type-2 fuzzy Flowsort inference system. Soft comput 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s00500-020-05418-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Mori H, Obuchi SP, Sugawara Y, Nakayama T, Takahashi R. Comparison of Two Evacuation Shelter Operating Policies and the Role of Public Health Nurses after the Great East Japan Earthquake: A Qualitative Study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2020; 17:E8310. [PMID: 33182733 PMCID: PMC7696834 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17228310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2020] [Revised: 11/05/2020] [Accepted: 11/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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This study describes shelter operations by public health nurses (PHNs) in Kesennuma City, located near the epicenter of the Great East Japan Earthquake, which occurred on March 11, 2011. The data were semi-structured interviews with 10 PHNs, 2 nutritionists, and 2 general administrators conducted from July 2013 to January 2014. All transcripts were analyzed using the constructivist grounded theory approach. We identified two operating methods for shelters: shelters stationed by PHNs in the Old City, and shelters patrolled by PHNs in the merged district. These methods were compared using four themes. In emergency situations, "operational periods," a predetermined short term for a leader to perform his/her duties responsibly, could be adopted for relatively small organizations on the frontline. PHNs must not only attempt to operate shelters on their own but also encourage residents to manage the shelters as well. Moreover, human resource allocation should be managed independently of personal factors, as strong relationships between shelter residents would sometimes disturb the flexibility of the response. Even when a situation requires PHNs to stay in shelters, frequent collecting of information and updating the plan according to response progress will help to maintain effective shelter operations.
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- Hiroko Mori
- Human Care Research Team, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology, Tokyo 173-0015, Japan; (S.P.O.); (Y.S.); (R.T.)
- Department of Health Informatics, Kyoto University School of Public Health, Kyoto 606-7501, Japan;
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- Human Care Research Team, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology, Tokyo 173-0015, Japan; (S.P.O.); (Y.S.); (R.T.)
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- Human Care Research Team, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology, Tokyo 173-0015, Japan; (S.P.O.); (Y.S.); (R.T.)
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- Department of Health Informatics, Kyoto University School of Public Health, Kyoto 606-7501, Japan;
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- Human Care Research Team, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology, Tokyo 173-0015, Japan; (S.P.O.); (Y.S.); (R.T.)
- Tamadaira-no-Mori Hospital Tokyo, Hino 191-0062, Japan
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Kansaki H, Konno R, Fujii K, Nishimura A. Nurses' experience in providing care at shelters following natural hazards and disasters: a qualitative systematic review protocol. JBI Evid Synth 2020; 18:1070-1076. [PMID: 32813361 DOI: 10.11124/jbisrir-d-19-00271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/31/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The review will synthesize current evidence regarding the experiences of nurses who care for people living in shelters following natural hazards and disasters. INTRODUCTION Over the last decade, due to climate change and global warming, the damage caused by natural hazards and disasters like hurricanes, floods and heavy rainfall has been steadily growing. Following natural hazards and disasters, many who lose their homes reside in evacuation shelters for prolonged periods. The loss of medical infrastructure in disaster-stricken areas can result in evacuees' health being compromised and the spread of disease and/or infection. Under such circumstances, disaster relief nurses can play a critical role in supporting these victims. This review aims to provide useful information for nurses who are working in disaster shelters. INCLUSION CRITERIA The review will include qualitative studies examining experiences of nurses caring for people living in shelters following natural hazards and disasters, published in either English or Japanese. Studies published from 2000 to the present will be considered. METHODS The review will follow the meta-aggregation approach developed by JBI. Published and unpublished studies will be searched using major international databases and other relevant databases for gray literature in either English or Japanese. Two reviewers will independently appraise studies and extract qualitative data using the JBI standardized critical appraisal and extraction instruments. Findings from the review will be categorized according to their similarity in meaning and their categories subjected to a meta-synthesis to produce a single comprehensive set of synthesized findings. The final synthesized findings will be graded according to the ConQual approach.
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- Hatsumi Kansaki
- School of Nursing, Hyogo University of Health Sciences, Hyogo, Japan
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Promoting Integrated Mental Health Care Services in Disaster Response Programs: Lessons Learned After the Impact of Hurricane María in Puerto Rico. Disaster Med Public Health Prep 2019; 14:130-138. [PMID: 31429397 DOI: 10.1017/dmp.2019.58] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Meteorological and even human-made disasters are increasing every year in frequency and magnitude. The passage of a disaster affects a society without distinction, but groups with social vulnerability (low socioeconomic status, chronic medical, or psychological conditions, limited access to resources) face the most significant impact. As a result, psychological and behavioral symptoms (eg, depression and anxiety) can ensue, making the immediate response of mental health services crucial. Secondary data from a database of a temporary healthcare unit were analyzed. A total of 54 records were reviewed to collect information; univariate and bivariate analyses were done. The purpose of this article is to present our experience regarding the incorporation of a mental health services model, with its respective benefits and challenges, into a temporary healthcare unit, after Hurricane Maria in 2017.
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Mizuno K, Okamoto-Mizuno K, Tanabe M, Niwano K. Sleep in a Gymnasium: A Study to Examine the Psychophysiological and Environmental Conditions in Shelter-Analogue Settings. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2016; 13:ijerph13121186. [PMID: 27916912 PMCID: PMC5201327 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph13121186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2016] [Revised: 11/15/2016] [Accepted: 11/25/2016] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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We aimed to examine sleep in shelter-analogue settings to determine the sleep and environmental conditions in evacuation shelters. A summer social/educational event was conducted in an elementary school, wherein children and their parents (n = 109) spent one night in the school gymnasium; a total of 15 children and 7 adults completed the study. Data were recording using wrist actigraphy and questionnaires, from two days before the event to two days after the event. During the night in the gymnasium, sleep initiation in the children was found to be significantly delayed, whereas adults did not show any significant change in actigraphic sleep parameters. Although 57% of adults complained of stiffness of the floor, only 7% of children had the same complaint. The nocturnal noise recorded at four locations in the gymnasium showed that the percentage of 1-min data epochs with a noise level >40 dB ranged from 53% to 74% during lights-out. The number of subjects that woke up during the night showed a similar pattern with the changes in the noise level. The changes in sleep might represent event-specific responses, such as to a noisy environment, and the different complaints between adults and children could be useful in shelter management.
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- Koh Mizuno
- Faculty of Education, Tohoku Fukushi University, Sendai 981-8522, Japan.
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- Kansei Fukushi Research Center, Tohoku Fukushi University, Sendai 989-3201, Japan.
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Tohoku Fukushi University, Sendai 989-3201, Japan.
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- Faculty of Education, Tohoku Fukushi University, Sendai 981-8522, Japan.
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Al Thobaity A, Plummer V, Williams B. What are the most common domains of the core competencies of disaster nursing? A scoping review. Int Emerg Nurs 2016; 31:64-71. [PMID: 28029612 PMCID: PMC7118449 DOI: 10.1016/j.ienj.2016.10.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2016] [Revised: 10/15/2016] [Accepted: 10/17/2016] [Indexed: 12/02/2022]
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A total of 12 articles were included. The number of domains varied across all of the selected studies. This scoping review indicates that communication and ICS are essential domains. Disaster planning is one of the most important core competencies for nurses. Another of the important domains are decontamination and ethics.
Aim Scoping review was conducted to identify the most common domains of the core competencies of disaster nursing. Background Nurses play an essential role in all phases of disaster management. For nurses to respond competently, they must be equipped with the skills to provide comprehensive and holistic care to the populations affected by or at risk of disasters. Methods A scoping review was conducted using the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology. The review used information from six databases: the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, Ovid MEDLINE, ScienceDirect, ProQuest, Scopus and the Education Resources Information Center. Keywords and inclusion and exclusion criteria were identified as strategies to use in this review. Results Twelve studies were eligible for result extraction, as they listed domains of the core competencies. These domains varied among studies. However, the most common domains were related to communication, planning, decontamination and safety, the Incident Command System and ethics. Conclusion Knowledge of the domains of the core competencies, such as understanding the content and location of the disaster plan, communication during disaster and ethical issues is fundamental for nurses. Including these domains in the planning and provision of training for nurses, such as disaster drills, will strengthen their preparedness to respond competently to disaster cases. Nurses must be involved in future research in this area to explore and describe their fundamental competencies in each domain.
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- Abdullelah Al Thobaity
- School of Nursing & Midwifery, Monash University, PO Box 527, Frankston 3199, Australia; College of Applied Medical Science, Nursing Department, Taif University, Saudi Arabia.
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- Nursing Research, Monash University and Peninsula Health, PO Box 527, Frankston 3199, Australia.
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- Department of Community Emergency Health and Paramedic Practice, Monash University, Australia, PO Box 527, Frankston 3199, Australia.
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Noguchi N, Inoue S, Shimanoe C, Shibayama K, Shinchi K. Factors Associated with Nursing Activities in Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief. PLoS One 2016; 11:e0151170. [PMID: 26959351 PMCID: PMC4784935 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0151170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2015] [Accepted: 02/24/2016] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Although nurses play an important role in humanitarian aid and disaster relief (HA/DR), little is known about the nursing activities that are performed in HA/DR. We aimed to clarify the nursing activities performed by Japanese nurses in HA/DR and to examine the factors associated with the frequency of nursing activities. METHODS A self-administered questionnaire survey was completed by 147 nurses with HA/DR experience. The survey extracted information on demographic characteristics, past experience (e.g., disaster medical training experience, HA/DR experience), circumstances surrounding their dispatched to HA/DR (e.g., team size, disaster type, post-disaster phase, mission term), and the frequency of nursing activities performed under HA/DR. The frequency of nursing activities was rated on a 5-point Likert scale. Evaluation of nursing activities was conducted based on the "nursing activity score", which represents the frequency of each nursing activity. Factors related to the nursing activity score were evaluated by multiple logistic regression analysis. RESULTS Nurses were involved in 27 nursing activities in HA/DR, 10 of which were performed frequently. On analysis, factors significantly associated with nursing activity score were nursing license as a registered nurse (OR 7.79, 95% CI 2.95-20.57), two or more experiences with disaster medical training (OR 2.90 95%, CI 1.12-7.49) and a post-disaster phase of three weeks or longer (OR 8.77, 95% CI 2.59-29.67). CONCLUSIONS These results will contribute to the design of evidence-based disaster medical training that improves the quality of nursing activities.
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- Norihito Noguchi
- Department of Community and International Health Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, Saga University, Saga, Japan
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Division of Trauma Surgery and Surgical Critical Care, Faculty of Medicine, Saga University, Saga, Japan
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- Department of Preventive Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Saga University, Saga, Japan
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- Department of Nursing, Saga-Ken Medical Centre Koseikan, Saga, Japan
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- Department of Community and International Health Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, Saga University, Saga, Japan
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