CLEAN: US hospitals lay down swine flu strategy

The video discusses disaster management, focusing on handling both man-made and natural disasters. It covers patient management, from critically ill to ambulatory patients, and outlines preparedness strategies for increasing patient volumes. The video also details testing procedures and safety measures, emphasizing collaboration with health departments.

What types of disasters does the healthcare system prepare for?

• Only man-made disasters

• Both natural and man-made disasters

• Neither natural nor man-made disasters

• Only natural disasters

How does the healthcare system respond to increased patient volumes?

• By reducing services

• By scaling up operations

• By closing emergency departments

• By transferring patients to other hospitals

What additional facilities can be used for patient care during high demand?

• Community centers

• Mobile clinics

• School gyms

• Tents

What is emphasized in the testing protocols?

• Random detection

• No detection

• Early detection

• Late detection

Who is responsible for conducting PCR testing?

• Local clinics

• Department of State Health

• Private laboratories

• International health organizations