Emergency Responses and Disaster Preparedness
Pandemic Preparedness
Pandemics require strict infection control and resource rationing to prevent healthcare system collapse.
Infection Prevention
- Strict adherence to contact, droplet, or airborne precautions based on pathogen.
- Maintain cohorting of patients with the same illness.
- Rigorous hand hygiene and proper donning/doffing of PPE.
- Implement environmental cleaning protocols for high-touch surfaces.
Resource Management
- Monitor PPE inventory levels and enforce conservation protocols.
- Screen all staff and visitors upon entry to the facility.
- Utilize telehealth services to minimize unnecessary patient encounters.
- Educate the public on isolation/quarantine compliance.
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