NURS FPX 6618 Assessment 3 Disaster Plan With Guidelines for Implementation

 

Personnel Resources

• Trained healthcare professionals, such as doctors, nurses, and caregivers, who are familiar with the specific needs and challenges of patients with disabilities.
• Communication specialists who can facilitate communication with patients with communication difficulties or use alternative communication methods.
• Mental health professionals who can support patients with disabilities who may experience increased anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues during the pandemic.
• Social workers who can assist with accessing resources and services for patients with disabilities and their families.
• Rehabilitation specialists who can provide physical therapy, occupational therapy, and other services to help patients with disabilities maintain their physical and functional abilities (Capone et al., 2020)

Material Resources

• Medical equipment and supplies, such as ventilators, oxygen tanks, personal protective equipment (PPE), and medications.
• Assistive devices and technologies, such as mobility aids, communication devices, and hearing aids.
• Accessible transportation, including vehicles equipped with lifts or ramps for patients who use wheelchairs or other mobility aids.
• Adequate space and facilities to accommodate the needs of patients with disabilities, including accessible restrooms, examination rooms, and waiting areas.
• Adequate supplies of food, water, and other necessities to ensure the well-being of patients with disabilities who may be unable to leave their homes or access community resources during the pandemic (El Bcheraoui et al., 2020).

Assumptions and Uncertainties

The availability of personnel and material resources may be limited during an emergency, impacting the quality and scope of care provided to patients with disabilities. Patients with disabilities may have complex medical needs and require specialized care that is not readily available in all healthcare settings. Communication barriers may exist for patients with disabilities who use alternative communication methods or have limited access to technology or interpreters (Capone et al., 2020).

Logically Sound, Valid Inferences based on Relevant Information.

The effective coordination of personnel and material resources is essential for providing high-quality care to patients with disabilities during the pandemic. A multidisciplinary team approach that includes healthcare professionals, communication specialists, mental health professionals, social workers, and rehabilitation specialists is necessary to address the complex needs of patients with disabilities. Accessible transportation and facilities are essential for ensuring that patients with disabilities can access necessary healthcare services and resources.

The availability of medical equipment and supplies is critical for caring for patients with disabilities who may have complex medical needs. Ongoing communication and collaboration between healthcare professionals, patients with disabilities, and their families are necessary to ensure that care is tailored to each patient’s needs and preferences (Lemaitre et al., 2021).

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NURS FPX 6618 Assessment 3 Disaster Plan With Guidelines for Implementation

Standards and Best Practice

Safeguarding ethical, culturally-competent care in challenging circumstances requires adherence to established standards and best practices and a willingness to adapt to individual patient’s unique needs and circumstances. In the United States, several organizations guide these issues, including the American Medical Association (AMA), the American Nurses Association (ANA), and the National Council on Disability (NCD) (Flanagin et al., 2021).

Challenges

The Covid-19 pandemic has presented several challenges for patients with disabilities, including increased risk of infection, limited access to healthcare services, and isolation from support networks. Additionally, patients with disabilities may face discrimination or bias in healthcare settings, resulting in inadequate or inappropriate care (El Bcheraoui et al., 2020).

Standards

The AMA Code of Medical Ethics guides physicians on ethical considerations in caring for patients with disabilities. The code emphasizes respecting patients, avoiding discrimination, and providing culturally-competent care. The ANA has also established a Code of Ethics for Nurses, emphasizing the importance of providing patient-centered care and respecting patient autonomy (Schweikart, 2023).

Best Practices

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