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Emergency Management in Healthcare: An All-Hazards Approach

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Book Information
Edition: 4th
Publisher: Joint Commission Resources
ISBN: 1-63585-099-1 (1635850991)
ISBN-13: 978-1-63585-099-4 (9781635850994)
Old Edition: 1-59940-937-2
Binding: Spiral
Copyright: 2019
Publish Date: 06/20
Weight: 1.89 Lbs.
Pages: 280
Subject Class: M-A (Medical Administration and Health Policy)
Return Policy: Returns accepted up to 90 days provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.
 
Class Specifications
Discipline: Hospitals
Subject Definition: Emergency Medical Serv-Stand; Disaster Planning-Standards
NLM Class: WX 185
LC Class: RC86.7
Abstract: This practical guide is completely updated with new case examples and current Joint Commission standards. Emergency Management in Health Care: An All-Hazards Approach, Second Edition is an invaluable resource as health care organizations plan for managing emergencies. It helps them assess their own needs, better prepare staff to respond to the events most likely to occur, and develop a level of preparedness sufficient to address a range of emergencies. The book leads health care organizations through all aspects of emergency management planning, beginning with conducting a hazard vulnerability analysis (HVA) and developing an emergency operations plan (EOP), and then specifically focuses on planning for the six critical areas of emergency response. Featuring: Hands-on strategies for developing emergency management, Dozens of informational Be Prepared Tips, Real-life case examples of emergency response, including the Joplin, Missouri tornado, the Johns Hopkins shooting, and Hurricane Irene.

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