The First 15 Minutes: A Novel Disaster Simulation Exercise

Li, Joyce; Kaziny, Brent D.; Perron, Catherine; Downey, Denise; Monuteaux, Michael C.; Chung, Sarita

doi:10.1017/dmp.2022.42

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“…Disasters often result in significant injuries and deaths. [1][2][3] The World Health Organization (WHO) defines disasters as natural or man-made events that cause physical, social, economic and environmental harm for the whole or certain segments of society. 4 In the last decade, more than 2.6 billion people have been affected by natural disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, landslides, hurricanes and floods.…”

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“…Disasters that have occurred throughout history have had significant impacts on countless people. Disasters often result in significant injuries and deaths 1–3 . The World Health Organization (WHO) defines disasters as natural or man‐made events that cause physical, social, economic and environmental harm for the whole or certain segments of society 4 .…”

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Experiences of intensive care nurses providing care to the victims of Kahramanmaraş earthquakes

Çetinkaya Özdemir,

Semerci Çakmak,

Ziyai

et al. 2023

Nursing in Critical Care

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BackgroundTwo earthquakes of magnitude 7.7 and 7.6 occurred in the Turkish province of Kahramanmaraş in 2023. The earthquakes resulted in serious losses of life and property in 11 provinces, and the injured were transferred to other provinces for treatment and care. To date, no studies on the experiences of intensive care nurses providing care to earthquake victims after the Kahramanmaraş earthquake sequence have been identified.AimThe aim of the present study is to explore the experiences of intensive care nurses providing care to earthquake victims who were transferred to other provinces.Study DesignA qualitative descriptive research design with conventional content analysis was used. Snowball sampling was used in the selection of intensive care nurses. Data saturation was achieved with 20 nurses. In‐depth interviews were conducted with the participants through phone between March 8 and March 15, 2023. MAXQDA 20 software was used for data analysis. The COREQ checklist was used to guide the reporting of the study.ResultsTwenty nurses were recruited. Four themes emerged from the data: challenges in caregiving processes; psychological challenges; ethical situations; urgent need for training and support.ConclusionsAfter the Kahramanmaraş earthquake sequence, described by some as the disaster of the century, nurses encountered patients with unique needs that they had never encountered before and tried to cope with the constantly changing health conditions. For this reason, they were affected psychologically and experienced challenges in caregiving processes.Relevance to Clinical PracticeConducting comprehensive training for diseases common among earthquake victims, developing new protocols for providing care to earthquake victims, developing more action plans for nurses, and psychologically supporting intensive care nurses would facilitate the caregiving processes.

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Experiences of intensive care nurses providing care to the victims of Kahramanmaraş earthquakes

Çetinkaya Özdemir,

Semerci Çakmak,

Ziyai

et al. 2023

Nursing in Critical Care

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Nursing as an earthquake survivor: A qualitative study on nurses traumatized by the Kahramanmaraş earthquake in Turkey

Koksal,

Mert,

Aslan

2024

International Nursing Review

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BackgroundNurses' critical input and firsthand disaster management experience are vital to healthcare quality.AimThis study aims to comprehend nurses' experiences during and after the earthquakes, their coping mechanisms for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the consequent effects on their profession, given the nurses' crucial role in disaster response.MethodsA descriptive qualitative study using semistructured interviews was conducted between April and May 2024. Fifteen nurses were selected using criterion and snowball sampling methods from those working as earthquake survivor nurses in the affected areas. The COREQ guidelines for reporting qualitative research were followed.FindingsFive main themes were: emotional reactions/physical difficulties, career and motivation, PTSD and well‐being, suggestions, and work performance. The results highlighted the significant psychological and professional challenges that nurses encounter, including the effects of severe PTSD symptoms, coping strategies, and the influence on their capacity to deliver care.ConclusionsNurses dealing with earthquakes face unique challenges that test their resilience on all levels. Learning from their experiences and coping mechanisms can help healthcare systems support these frontline workers better. Investing in disaster preparedness and mental health resources for nurses is crucial for their well‐being and the overall strength of the healthcare system during crises.Implications for nursing and health policyEffectively managing workloads and rest periods can reduce physical fatigue and prevent burnout. Shift rotations and adequate staffing levels are necessary. Access to psychological mental health support is vital for nurses to recover from the psychological effects of disasters. Regular disaster preparedness training is imperative for physical safety and psychological resilience. Robust support systems, including safe accommodation and peer support groups, are crucial for nurses in disaster response.

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The development of Disaster preparedness education for public: A scoping review

Guo,

Fang,

Liu

et al. 2024

Preprint

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Background: Disasters have become an increasing concern globally due to their devastating impacts on communities, economies, and infrastructure. The rising frequency and intensity of disasters necessitate a more comprehensive, proactive and systematic approach in preparing communities to mitigate and respond effectively. To address this, disaster preparedness education for public has emerged as a crucial component of disaster risk reduction strategies and plays a crucial role in enhancing the resilience of communities and minimizing the adverse effects of disasters. Objective: This scoping review aims to explore and map the key findings related to the development of disaster preparedness education for public and identify key themes, gaps, and challenges in this field. Material and methods: A scoping review of literature was undertaken to assess research articles and preprints from the date of establishment to March 30, 2023. Databases included PubMed database(MEDLINE), ISI Web of Science (WOS), Google Scholar and Web of Science. Results: 95 articles met inclusion criteria and were finally included for the review. The included studies originated from 16 countries: the United States of America(n=51), China (n=6), Iran (n=6), Japan(n=5) and Turkey(n=5) accounted for the majority of them. Research designs of included studies consisted of one cohort study, thirty randomized controlled trials, one cross-sectional study, six qualitative studies, fifty-four quasi-experimental studies and three mixed-method studies. Research objects of included studies consisted of 8 types, of which all disasters(n=58), emerging infectious diseases(n=13), mass casualty incidents(n=10) and earthquake(n=7) accounted for the majority. Together, these studies involved 31,981 participants including citizens, emergency health care providers, families of special health care needs, as well as students from different medical areas. Thematic analysis of the charted findings led to the identification of three stressed themes: (1) factors influencing the development of disaster preparedness education, (2) models and frameworks for disaster preparedness education and (3) innovative approaches in disaster preparedness education. Conclusion: This review demonstrates a variety of factors impacting the development and implementation of simulation to assess characteristics of disaster preparedness education. Adoption of models and frameworks such as behavior change theories, risk communication models and innovative approaches could improve the quality and consistency of the disaster preparedness education.

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The First 15 Minutes: A Novel Disaster Simulation Exercise

Cited by 3 publications

References 15 publications

Experiences of intensive care nurses providing care to the victims of Kahramanmaraş earthquakes

Experiences of intensive care nurses providing care to the victims of Kahramanmaraş earthquakes

Nursing as an earthquake survivor: A qualitative study on nurses traumatized by the Kahramanmaraş earthquake in Turkey

The development of Disaster preparedness education for public: A scoping review

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