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Published on: July 16, 2020
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This article examines the response of a community hospital in southern Appalachia during and after Hurricane Helene, a severe natural disaster that highlighted both the strengths and challenges of rural health care delivery. This experience reveals critical lessons for emergency nursing, including the need for flexibility, community collaboration, and comprehensive preparedness plans addressing both patient care and staff needs. By integrating these insights, health care systems can strengthen their capacity to respond to future disasters while supporting their workforce and communities effectively.
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