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Homework: Surgical Service

Disaster plan preparedness in the sterile processing department (spd) and personal disaster preparedness plan

In this homework, you will be provided with a case study in an attached document in the homework file(s) below. Address the following items in your preparedness plan.

A. Introduction (100 words):

1. Provide an overview of the Hurricane Horizon case, emphasizing the challenges faced by Mercy Regional Hospital and its Sterile Processing Department (SPD).

2. Introduce the purpose of the case study: to explore disaster plan preparedness in the hospital's SPD and the development of a personal disaster preparedness plan for individuals at home.

B. Case Background and Key Facts (150 words):

1. Briefly describe Mercy Regional Hospital, highlighting its commitment to patient care and the critical role of the SPD.

2. Summarize the key facts of the Hurricane Horizon case, including the location, hurricane impact, and challenges faced by the hospital and SPD.

C. Case Scenario and Challenges (200 words):

1. Explore the challenges presented in the case, focusing on flooding, equipment damage, limited staffing, communication breakdown, and power outages in the SPD.

2. Discuss the decisions that the SPD staff must make to address these challenges in the aftermath of Hurricane Horizon.

D. Decisions to Make (300 words):

1. Analyze the critical decisions faced by SPD staff, particularly in terms of immediate response, staffing management, communication protocols, and resource allocation.

2. Discuss the implications of these decisions on the overall functionality and safety of the SPD.

E. Recommendations (300 words):

1. Provide recommendations for immediate action, such as prioritizing equipment assessment and repair, and tracking compromised supplies.

2. Address the need for staff support, including psychological assistance and coordination with hospital administration.

3. Suggest communication strategies, emphasizing the establishment of alternative channels and coordination with other hospital departments.

4. Propose collaboration methods, highlighting the importance of working with other hospital departments to share resources and prioritize patient care.

F. Personal Disaster Preparedness Plan (200 words):

1. Transition to the second part of the case study, focusing on the development of a personal disaster preparedness plan for individuals at home.

2. Identify potential hazards and risks individuals may face.

3. Outline step-by-step procedures for preparation, immediate response, and recovery in the event of this disaster.

4. Discuss strategies for effective communication and coordination within the household.

G. Conclusion:

1. Summarize the understanding of disaster plan preparedness and the ability to apply this knowledge to both professional and personal contexts.