COHN Emergency Preparedness and Response 3

Question 1

Which phase of emergency management focuses on activities that reduce or eliminate the risk of a disaster occurring?

Accepted Answer

Mitigation

Answer

Mitigation involves proactive measures taken before a disaster to reduce its likelihood or minimize its impact, such as installing sprinkler systems or strengthening structures.

Question 2

An occupational health nurse is developing a pandemic influenza response plan. Which strategy BEST reduces transmission in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

Staggered work shifts and cohorting of work teams

Answer

Staggered shifts and cohorting reduce the number of employee contacts, limiting transmission chains and preserving workforce capacity during a pandemic.

Question 3

When activating a workplace emergency response, the occupational health nurse should use the National Incident Management System (NIMS). NIMS is built around which core concept?

Accepted Answer

Unified command structure with interoperable communications

Answer

NIMS emphasizes a unified command structure and interoperable communications so that multiple agencies can coordinate effectively during complex emergencies.

Question 4

A worker presents with skin burns and eye irritation after a chemical splash. The occupational health nurse should begin decontamination by:

Accepted Answer

Flushing the area with copious amounts of water for at least 15–20 minutes

Answer

Immediate and prolonged water irrigation (15–20 minutes minimum) dilutes and removes the chemical, reducing tissue damage before any specific antidote is considered.

Question 5

Which resource is MOST useful for quickly identifying emergency treatment information for an unknown chemical exposure in the field?

Accepted Answer

CHEMTREC (Chemical Transportation Emergency Center) hotline

Answer

CHEMTREC provides 24/7 emergency response guidance for chemical incidents, offering real-time expert consultation on hazardous material identification and treatment.

COHN Exam Practice Test

COHN Exam Practice Test

COHN Emergency Preparedness and Response 3