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HESI Disaster Planning Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
A nurse is assigned to the triage area during a mass casualty event. Which patient should be seen first?A patient with a closed arm fracture A patient with minor abrasions to the face ✔✔A patient with severe shortness of breath and chest retractions A patient with stable vital signs but complaints of headache
During a hospital fire, which action should the nurse take first?✔✔Remove patients from immediate danger Activate the fire alarm system Close doors to contain the fire Attempt to extinguish the fire
In disaster planning, which patient should be given priority evacuation?A patient with stable vital signs awaiting discharge 1 / 4
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✔✔A patient on mechanical ventilation in the ICU A patient receiving oral antibiotics A patient with a healing wound dressing
Which action is most important for the nurse during an internal disaster, such as a power outage?Give patients flashlights ✔✔Ensure life-support equipment is connected to backup power Cancel all routine medication administration Tell families to leave the building
In a mass casualty situation, which patient should be categorized as "expectant"?✔✔A patient with massive head trauma and no spontaneous respirations A patient with an open femur fracture A patient with mild chest pain A patient with controlled bleeding
Which group of staff is most critical to notify during an active shooter situation?✔✔Security and local law enforcement 2 / 4
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Environmental services Pharmacy staff Cafeteria workers
What is the nurse’s first role in a chemical exposure disaster?Give medications Call the pharmacy ✔✔Remove contaminated clothing from the patient Start IV fluids
In triage, which patient is classified as "delayed care"?✔✔A patient with a closed leg fracture and stable vital signs A patient in respiratory arrest A patient with no palpable pulse A patient with penetrating abdominal trauma and shock
Which step comes first in the disaster response sequence?Triage patients 3 / 4
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Recover resources ✔✔Activate the disaster plan Discharge stable patients
A nurse working in a disaster shelter should prioritize which client?✔✔An elderly patient with oxygen dependence and shortness of breath A patient asking for a blanket A patient requesting extra snacks A patient with mild leg swelling
During an evacuation, which patient should be transported first?✔✔A patient in the ICU who is unstable and ventilated A patient awaiting discharge A patient with mild abdominal pain A patient scheduled for routine testing
Which nurse assignment is appropriate during disaster recovery?✔✔Providing psychological support to victims
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