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  • Emergency Medicine
  • Healthcare Management

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  • Disaster readiness is crucial for healthcare professionals (HCPs) to effectively respond during emergencies.
  • Existing definitions of disaster readiness may not fully capture the multifaceted nature of HCPs' preparedness.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore and define the meaning of disaster readiness from the perspective of healthcare professionals.
  • To identify key components that constitute comprehensive disaster readiness for HCPs.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic, integrative literature review was conducted across multiple databases (PubMed, CINAHL, Web of Science, PsycInfo, Scopus).
  • Quality appraisal of included articles was performed using CASP checklists.

Main Results:

  • Twenty-two scientific articles were included in the review.
  • HCPs define disaster readiness as possessing adequate skills, confidence, equipment, adaptability, and a willingness to serve.
  • Readiness extends beyond technical competence to encompass personal and psychological preparedness.

Conclusions:

  • Disaster readiness transcends mere technical preparedness, integrating mental fortitude and a commitment to serve.
  • Future disaster preparedness training should incorporate elements that foster moral and personal motivation, alongside realistic situational understanding.
  • Developing effective training methodologies for disaster readiness is a critical area for future research.