Disaster Preparedness Need for inclusion in undergraduate nursing education
Journal Title: Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal - Year 2016, Vol 16, Issue 1
Abstract
With the increasing global frequency of disasters, the call for disaster preparedness training needs to be reinforced. Nurses form the largest group of the healthcare workforce and are often on the frontline in disaster management. Terefore, nurses should be adequately equipped with the knowledge and skills to respond to disasters, starting from their pre-service training to their in-service professional training. However, the inclusion of disaster preparedness education in undergraduate nursing curricula is minimal in most countries. Te purpose of this article is to highlight the current state of nursing education and training in disaster management, both generally and in Oman. Te signifcance of disaster preparedness training and recommendations for its inclusion in nursing practice and education are also discussed.
Authors and Affiliations
Susan Achora| Department of Adult Health & Critical Care, College of Nursing, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman, Joy K. Kamanyire| Department of Adult Health & Critical Care, College of Nursing, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman
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