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Psychosocial response in emergency situations--the nurse's role
1Centre for Medical Health Research, Policy and Service Development, Faculty of Medical and Health Services, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand. f.hughes@auckland.ac.nz
International Nursing Review
|February 20, 2007
Summary
Nurses play a vital role in the psychosocial recovery of emergency survivors. Enhancing nursing skills in emergency preparedness and long-term recovery is crucial for effective disaster response.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Disaster Management
- Psychosocial Recovery
Background:
- Increasing global population at risk of catastrophic events.
- 16% of the world's population vulnerable to flooding alone.
- Natural disasters in 2005 affected 60 million people.
Purpose of the Study:
- Describe nursing's contribution to psychosocial recovery of emergency survivors.
- Focus on emergency preparedness, planning, and long-term recovery.
- Highlight the importance of addressing nurses' own vulnerability.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of WHO policies and guidelines.
- Focus on mental health in emergency situations.
- Analysis of nursing roles in disaster response.
Main Results:
- Nurses require specific skills for psychosocial support.
- Preparedness and planning are key nursing contributions.
- Nurses' own psychosocial well-being must be protected.
Conclusions:
- Nurses are essential in disaster mental health.
- Education and training are needed to enhance nursing capacity.
- Protecting nurses' mental health is vital for effective response.
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