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Total questions: 100

Worksheet time: 50mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which action best fits the PRE-disaster phase in the disaster cycle?

a)

File damage claims with recovery agencies

b)

Coordinate debris removal and infrastructure repairs

c)

Stock emergency kits and practice drill procedures

d)

Conduct household evacuation during heavy flooding

2.

Categorizing actions into health domains: Which example is primarily a mental health action?

a)

Administer first aid for minor injuries

b)

Join community clean-up after the storm

c)

Provide psychological first aid and stress debriefing

d)

Distribute bottled water and hygiene kits

3.

During a severe typhoon, your local unit opens temporary shelters and coordinates search-and-rescue. Which disaster cycle phase is this?

a)

Recovery/Rehabilitation phase activities

b)

Response phase activities

c)

Preparedness phase activities

d)

Mitigation phase activities

4.

Which statement best defines professional competency in a work setting, as depicted in the image?

a)

The capacity to memorize procedures for any context

b)

The ability to apply related knowledge, skills, and abilities

c)

The talent to improvise without prior training or standards

d)

The permission to perform tasks under any supervision level

5.

A novice disaster nurse aims to progress toward proficiency. Which implication is accurate about expertise across levels?

a)

Progression requires skipping the proficiency stage entirely

b)

Novices cannot meet national or institutional standards

c)

Expertise at one level does not confer higher-level abilities

d)

Expertise at one level guarantees higher-level competencies

6.

Which role best aligns with a Level I generalist nurse in disaster nursing?

a)

Head nurse coordinating emergency plans

b)

Frequent responder on deployable teams

c)

Staff nurse authorized to practice clinically

d)

Military nurse conducting disaster research

7.

A nurse represents the profession on a hospital emergency planning committee. Which level does this most closely indicate?

a)

Unclassified non-responder

b)

Level III deployable team member

c)

Level I generalist nurse

d)

Level II designated responder

8.

Which scenario exemplifies Level III competency in disaster nursing?

a)

Leads a clinic’s internal emergency plan only

b)

Prepared to respond widely and serve on deployable teams

c)

Aspires to be designated within one institution

d)

Authorized to practice after basic education

9.

Which action best fits the mitigation/prevention competency in disaster nursing shown in the visual?

a)

Provide bedside psychological counseling

b)

Run neighborhood debris removal teams

c)

Develop policies and planning frameworks

d)

Coordinate family housing post-disaster

10.

A community health team must prioritize during the response phase. Which task aligns with response competencies in disaster nursing?

a)

Launch ethics training for new volunteers

b)

Draft long-term rehabilitation program plans

c)

Design school-based health promotion modules

d)

Deliver immediate care to vulnerable populations

11.

Which domain in the original disaster nursing competencies focuses on ensuring nurses, colleagues, and patients do not add to response burdens through unsafe practices?

a)

Communication and documentation

b)

Incident management structures

c)

Safety and Security practices

d)

Assessment of patients and communities

12.

A nurse who has achieved basic competencies and is authorized to practice seeks a leadership role in an organization's emergency plan. Which professional level best matches this role?

a)

Student nurse in training, Level 0

b)

Advanced or specialized nurse, Level II

c)

Community volunteer responder, Level III

d)

General professional nurse, Level I

13.

In Domain 1, which action best demonstrates maintaining personal preparedness for emergencies?

a)

Avoiding participation in interprofessional drills or exercises

b)

Relying solely on community responders during disasters

c)

Keeping a general personal, family, and professional plan

d)

Joining unrelated workplace social committees annually

14.

A hospital aims to improve disaster communication. Which step aligns with Domain 2 competencies?

a)

Remove multi-lingual resources to simplify messaging

b)

Plan adaptable emergency/disaster communication systems

c)

Delay priority information until routine meetings occur

d)

Limit terminology use to senior administrators only

15.

In a disaster response, which action best reflects using the specific plan that includes the chain of command for your site during an exercise or drill?

a)

Act independently to speed critical tasks

b)

Follow role assignments and reporting lines

c)

Switch roles to cover staffing gaps quickly

d)

Report directly to external incident leaders

16.

During resource-limited conditions, which approach aligns with adapting infection control practices while maintaining safety?

a)

Suspend hand hygiene to conserve supplies

b)

Use improvised PPE without fit or indication

c)

Prioritize evidence-based alternatives within limits

d)

Share single-use masks among team members

17.

Which action best reflects rapid assessment based on triage principles during a disaster event?

a)

Completing comprehensive history before any treatment

b)

Referring all patients for specialist evaluation first

c)

Performing quick physical and mental status checks

d)

Waiting for full diagnostic labs before prioritizing

18.

A nurse is directed through the chain of command to manage possible chemical exposure. What is the most appropriate immediate intervention?

a)

Initiate exposure‑related decontamination methods

b)

Administer broad‑spectrum antibiotics to all

c)

Provide routine wound dressing and discharge

d)

Transfer every patient to isolation regardless

19.

In disaster recovery, which action best describes transition de-briefing for ongoing assistance?

a)

Documenting equipment inventories for audits

b)

Scheduling routine staff performance reviews

c)

Collecting lessons to identify personal needs

d)

Training volunteers on triage classifications

20.

What is the primary focus of the recovery phase in disaster nursing?

a)

Restoring community infrastructure

b)

Assessing immediate health needs

c)

Conducting training for emergency responders

d)

Implementing long-term health strategies

21.

Which action is essential for effective communication during a disaster response?

a)

Using technical jargon to convey information

b)

Establishing clear communication channels

c)

Limiting updates to only senior staff

d)

Delaying information until all details are confirmed

22.

In the context of disaster preparedness, which activity is most beneficial for community resilience?

a)

Conducting regular emergency drills

b)

Creating a single-use emergency plan

c)

Focusing solely on individual preparedness

d)

Restricting access to emergency resources

23.

Which activity is explicitly listed as part of disaster recovery and rehabilitation programs in the poster titled “Disaster Recovery and Rehabilitation”?

a)

Debris cleanup

b)

Hazard mapping

c)

Early warning system

d)

Evacuation drills

24.

According to the “Disaster Recovery and Rehabilitation” poster, rehabilitation and recovery programs must be aligned with....

a)

Sustainable development and the “build back better” principle

b)

Routine procedures and resources

c)

Short-term emergency response only

d)

Private sector profit maximization

25.

Which service is identified as assistance offered during recovery and rehabilitation on the poster?

a)

Counseling

b)

Tax collection

c)

Tourist promotion

d)

Election monitoring

26.

Which infrastructure focus is included in the recovery and rehabilitation activities?

a)

Rebuilding of roads and bridges

b)

Construction of shopping malls

c)

Expansion of airports only

d)

Demolition of public schools

27.

According to the United Nations International Strategy for Disaster Risk Reduction , a disaster is a serious disruption due to what interacting with exposure, vulnerability, and capacity?

a)

Hazardous events

b)

Routine procedures

c)

Seasonal festivals

d)

Normal weather patterns

28.

Which set of impacts is included in the UNISDR definition of disaster?

a)

Human, materials, economic, and environmental losses and impacts

b)

Only financial losses

c)

Cultural changes without damage

d)

Political disagreements

29.

What characteristic indicates a need for outside assistance?

a)

Severity and magnitude that cannot be effectively managed using routine procedures or resources

b)

Minor inconvenience manageable by local staff

c)

Predictable routine maintenance

d)

Media interest alone

30.

In the UNISDR definition, what disaster is described as an ecological?

a)

Disruption, or emergency

b)

Celebration, or festival

c)

Improvement, or opportunity

d)

Stabilization, or routine

31.

Which type of assistance to individuals is explicitly listed on the recovery and rehabilitation?

a)

Financial assistance

b)

Language lessons

c)

Artistic grants

d)

Sports coaching

32.

Which housing-related support is cited among recovery and rehabilitation activities on the poster?

a)

Housing assistance

b)

Rent increases

c)

Foreclosure proceedings

d)

Architectural awards

33.

What is the first phase of disaster management according to the standard framework?

a)

Recovery

b)

Mitigation

c)

Response

d)

Preparedness

34.

During which phase of disaster management is the focus on restoring the affected community to its pre-disaster state?

a)

Mitigation

b)

Recovery

c)

Response

d)

Preparedness

35.

What is the primary goal of the response phase in disaster management?

a)

To provide immediate assistance to affected individuals

b)

To prevent future disasters

c)

To develop long-term recovery plans

d)

To assess damage and losses

36.

What is the primary focus during the preparedness phase of disaster management?

a)

Long-term recovery planning

b)

Immediate response to disasters

c)

Training and education for communities

d)

Assessment of damages

37.

Which phase of disaster management involves assessing the impact and planning for recovery?

a)

Mitigation phase

b)

Preparedness phase

c)

Recovery phase

d)

Response phase

38.

What is a key activity during the mitigation phase of disaster management?

a)

Rebuilding infrastructure

b)

Providing immediate relief supplies

c)

Conducting evacuation drills

d)

Developing early warning systems

39.

What is the primary focus of the preparedness phase in disaster management?

a)

To provide immediate assistance

b)

To develop response strategies

c)

To create awareness and training

d)

To assess damage and losses

40.

During which phase of disaster management is the evaluation of response effectiveness conducted?

a)

Preparedness phase

b)

Recovery phase

c)

Response phase

d)

Mitigation phase

41.

What is a key activity during the mitigation phase of disaster management?

a)

Conducting evacuation drills

b)

Implementing building codes

c)

Assessing community needs

d)

Providing immediate relief

42.

What behavioral change is commonly observed in victims during the response phase of a disaster?

a)

Greater financial stability

b)

Improved communication skills

c)

Heightened anxiety and panic

d)

Increased community cooperation

43.

During the recovery phase, what characteristic is often seen in victims as they begin to rebuild their lives?

a)

Indifference to community needs

b)

Isolation and withdrawal

c)

Increased dependency on aid

d)

Resilience and adaptability

44.

What is a common behavior of victims during the preparedness phase of disaster management?

a)

Seeking entertainment options

b)

Ignoring safety protocols

c)

Engaging in community drills

d)

Delaying emergency planning

45.

What emotional response is commonly observed in victims during the preparedness phase of a disaster?

a)

Excitement and anticipation

b)

Fear and anxiety

c)

Indifference and apathy

d)

Confidence and assurance

46.

During the recovery phase, what behavior is often exhibited by victims as they seek to rebuild their lives?

a)

Proactive community engagement

b)

Withdrawal from social interactions

c)

Heightened feelings of despair

d)

Increased reliance on external aid

47.

What characteristic is frequently seen in victims during the response phase of a disaster?

a)

Heightened sense of community

b)

Overwhelming feelings of hopelessness

c)

Increased aggression towards responders

d)

Complete denial of the situation

48.

What common emotional response do victims exhibit during the impact phase of a disaster?

a)

Excitement

b)

Indifference

c)

Joy and celebration

d)

Shock and disbelief

49.

During the heroic phase, what behavior is often observed among victims as they come together to support each other?

a)

Increased competition for resources

b)

Withdrawal from social activities

c)

Heightened community solidarity

d)

Increased isolation

50.

What is a typical characteristic of victims during the disillusionment phase after a disaster?

a)

Increased community engagement

b)

Renewed hope and optimism

c)

Heightened resilience

d)

Frustration and disappointment

51.

What behavior is commonly observed in victims during the disillusionment phase of a disaster?

a)

Active community engagement

b)

Complete withdrawal from social interactions

c)

Heightened frustration and despair

d)

Increased optimism and hope

52.

During the recovery phase, what characteristic is often seen in victims as they begin to rebuild their lives?

a)

Resilience and determination

b)

Increased dependency on aid

c)

Heightened anxiety about the future

d)

Indifference to the past

53.

What emotional response is typically observed in victims during the honeymoon phase after a disaster?

a)

Joy and celebration of survival

b)

Anger towards authorities

c)

Confusion and uncertainty

d)

Isolation from community

54.

What behavior is typically observed in victims during the pre-warning phase of a disaster?

a)

Increased community awareness

b)

Heightened anxiety and fear

c)

Indifference to potential threats

d)

Proactive emergency planning

55.

During which phase do victims often exhibit a sense of unity and collective action in response to a disaster?

a)

Impact phase

b)

Heroic phase

c)

Honeymoon phase

d)

Disillusionment phase

56.

What is a common emotional response of victims during the recovery phase of a disaster?

a)

Hope and determination

b)

Resignation and despair

c)

Anger and frustration

d)

Confusion and chaos

57.

How long does the honeymoon phase typically last after a disaster?

a)

Days to weeks

b)

Months to years

c)

Hours to days

d)

Weeks to months

58.

During which phase do communities often experience a sense of frustration and disappointment?

a)

Impact phase

b)

Honeymoon phase

c)

Disillusionment phase

d)

Recovery phase

59.
A riverfront community builds a retaining wall to divert flood water away from the town. Which term describes what is occurring?
a)
Mitigation
b)
A natural disaster
c)
Rapid needs assessment
d)
Community resilience
60.
Community preparedness is being used to plan for a disaster. Which of the following tasks is being implemented?
a)
Developing an evacuation plan to remove individuals from danger
b)
Taking a disaster training course
c)
Understanding the workplace disaster plan
d)
Assembling emergency supplies
61.
A public health nurse (PHN) is working with a community during the recovery phase of a disaster. Which of the following traits would be most important for the nurse to possess?
a)
Being adaptable
b)
Personable
c)
Possessing a sense of humor
d)
Being organized
62.
What is an example of a natural threat?
a)
Aircraft incident.
b)
Animal disease outbreak.
c)
Hazardous material release.
d)
Workplace violence.
63.
Exposure to toxins and mold is an example of:
a)
an environmental health consequence.
b)
collateral damage.
c)
poor planning.
d)
risk mitigation.
64.
What phase of emergency management includes exercises and drills?
a)
Mitigation.
b)
Preparedness.
c)
Recovery.
d)
Response.
65.
· What action is priority in a mass casualty incident?
a)
Triage
b)
Evacuation
c)
Documentation
d)
Resource allocation
66.
What is the primary goal of disaster risk reduction in nursing?
a)
To minimize the impact of a disaster on the healthcare system
b)
To provide immediate medical care during a disaster
c)
To evacuate patients from a disaster area as quickly as possible
d)
To educate the public about disaster preparedness
67.
Which of the following is NOT a phase of the disaster management cycle?
a)
Mitigation
b)
Preparedness
c)
Response
d)
Recovery
e)
Intervention
68.
What is the most important role of a nurse during a disaster?
a)
Performing complex surgical procedures
b)
Managing large numbers of patients with varying injuries
c)
Providing emotional support to victims
d)
Coordinating with emergency responders
69.
Which of the following is a key mitigation strategy for a hospital in a flood-prone area?
a)
Elevating electrical equipment
b)
Maintaining a stockpile of emergency supplies
c)
Developing a patient evacuation plan
d)
All of the above
70.
What is the most crucial element of a disaster preparedness plan for a healthcare facility?
a)
Detailed communication protocols
b)
A designated command center
c)
A list of potential hazards
d)
Staff training on disaster response
71.
How can a nurse contribute to community disaster preparedness?
a)
All of the above
b)
Conducting health assessments in vulnerable populations
c)
Educating community members on disaster preparedness kits
d)
Participating in community disaster drills
e)
All but C
72.
What is the primary purpose of triage in a disaster situation?
a)
To prioritize patients based on the severity of their injuries
b)
To identify patients who need immediate evacuation
c)
To allocate limited resources efficiently
d)
All of the above
e)
None but A
73.
Which of the following is a key nursing intervention during the recovery phase of a disaster?
a)
Providing mental health counseling
b)
Coordinating with social service agencies
c)
Monitoring for infectious diseases
d)
All of the above
74.
In the event of a mass casualty incident (MCI), what is the most critical nursing skill?
a)
Advanced wound care
b)
Rapid assessment and triage
c)
Intravenous fluid administration
d)
Pain management
75.
Mitigation in the disaster management cycle involves what activity?
a)
Prevention of disasters if possible
b)
Caring for the birds injured
c)
Responding to the disaster
d)
Preparing for litigation after the event
76.
What are the roles of the nurse in disaster mitigation?
a)
AHazard identification, Vulnerability analysis, Disaster prevention
b)
Public education, Training, Resource mobilization
c)
Risk assessment and analysis, Diagnosis, Risk reduction
d)
Emergency response, Recovery planning, Resource allocation
77.
Acts of bioterrorism or natural disasters, such as earthquakes, will often have more casualties because:
a)
They cause the most widespread destruction
b)
Victims have little time to make evacuation preparations
c)
Those with chronic conditions cannot escape in time
d)
The early warning systems are not effective.
78.
A nurse responds to a natural disaster. Which of the following is the nurse most likely responding to?
a)
Transportation accident
b)
Pollution
c)
Communicable disease epidemic
d)
Fire
79.
A nurse is working with an older person following a disaster. Which of the following emotions of the client should be anticipated by the nurse?
a)
Anger
b)
Fear of loss of independence
c)
Violence
d)
Regression
80.
A nurse experiences a stress reaction while working with the survivors of a disaster. Which of the following best describes what had happened?
a)
The nurse makes decisions to assist with care coordination of the survivors
b)
The nurse tells the supervisor of the disaster the details of the care provided.
c)
The nurse cries after returning home at the end of the day
d)
The nurse refuses to follow orders
81.
A nurse is working in a temporary shelter for victims following a natural disaster. Which condition is the nurse most likely to encounter?
a)
Stress
b)
Communicable disease
c)
Depression
d)
Injuries requiring first aid
82.
Disaster is a tragic event that causes GAINS AND NO DAMAGE to property.
a)
True
b)
False
c)
It depends
83.
A nurse has been called for duty during a response to a natural disaster. In this context of care, the nurseshould expect to do which of the following?
a)
Practice outside of her normal area of clinical expertise.
b)
Perform interventions that are not based on assessment data.
c)
Prioritize psychosocial needs over physiologic needs.
d)
Prioritize the interests of older adults over younger patients.
84.
The Philippines is strike with typhoon every year, approximately how many typhoons in a year?
a)
250/year
b)
22/ year
c)
30/year
d)
120/year
85.
How many volcanoes in the Philippines that are considered active?
a)
20
b)
21
c)
22
d)
23
86.
It is an example of Biological Disaster
a)
Exposure to toxins
b)
Soil erosion
c)
Automobile combustion
d)
Suffocation
87.

Combined Internal and External Disaster are classified into 3, which of the following classifcaton does Level 3 classified?

a)
If the disaster requires assistance from external sources, but these can be obtained from nearby agencies
b)
If the disaster is of a magnitude that exceeds the capacity of the local community or region andrequires assistance form naonal level.
c)
if If he organizaon, agency or community is able to contain the event and respond immediately
d)
All of the above
88.
It is an extreme natural events in the crust of the earth that pose a threat to life and property.
a)
Biological disaster
b)
Geographical disaster
c)
Hydrometer disaster
d)
All of the above
89.
Danger associated with industrial accidents is known as:
a)
Technological disaster
b)
Geographical disaster
c)
Hydrometer disaster
d)
Biological disaster
90.
In the work setting, what is the primary responsibility of the nurse in preparation for disaster management, that includes natural disasters and bioterrorism incidents?
a)
Being aware of the signs and symptoms of potential agents of bioterrorism
b)
Making ethical decisions regarding exposing self to potentially lethal substances
c)
Being aware of the agency’s emergency response plan
d)
Being aware of what and how to report to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
91.
According to the news flooding is possible in the area. Flooding in low-lying areas is expected especially along river channels. With this you know there is a warning level in your area. What is expected for you to do?
a)
Listen to the radio or watch the news
b)
Evacuate with your emergency kit
c)
Evacuate to higher grounds
d)
Go to evacuation areas
92.
Who among the following is not included in the target population of the infant and young child feeding during emergency and disaster situation?
a)
Pregnant women
b)
1 year old
c)
2 years old
d)
Lactating women
93.
National Disaster Response Plan (NDRP) for Hydro-Meteorological
a)
Memorandum Order No. 23, s. 2014
b)
Memorandum Order No. 23, s. 2013
c)
Memorandum Order No. 23, s. 2015
d)
Memorandum Order No. 23, s. 2012
94.
Health Disaster is the catastrophic event that results in casualties that overwhelm the health care resources in the community, this is defined by
a)
Institute of Medicine (IOM)
b)
World Health Organization (WHO)
c)
Department of Health (DOH)
d)
Republic Act No. 10121
95.
Disaster according to UNISDR is a serious disruption of the functioning of a community or society at any scale due to hazardous events interacting with the following, except
a)
Severity
b)
Exposure
c)
Vulnerability
d)
Capacity
96.
Provide life preservation and meet the basic subsistence needs of affected population based on acceptable standards during or immediately after a disaster.
a)
Disaster response
b)
Mitigation
c)
Rehabilitation
d)
Disaster preparedness
97.
Restore and improve facilities, livelihoods and living conditions and organizational capacities of affected communities, and reduce disaster risks in accordance with the “build back better” principle:
a)
Disaster response
b)
Mitigation
c)
Rehabilitation
d)
Disaster preparedness
98.
This provides for key strategic actions that give importance to community awareness and understanding, contingency planning, conduct of local drills, competency building for survival and rescue, and the development of needed disaster preparedness and response plans. In preparing communities and governments for possible disasters, pre-determined needs based on information available are crucial
a)
Disaster response
b)
Mitigation
c)
Rehabilitation
d)
Disaster preparedness
99.
Avoid hazards and mitigate their potential impacts by reducing vulnerabilities and exposure and enhancing capacities of communities.
a)
Disaster response
b)
Mitigation
c)
Rehabilitation
d)
Disaster preparedness
100.
A Level I Disaster Nurse must have the following competency except
a)
Completed basic nursing program
b)
Generalized nursing education
c)
Authorized to practice in the country
d)
Designated as a disaster nurse