Improving Emergency Preparedness in Healthcare Settings

Easy Safety And Infection Control Emergency Response Plan

As part of the facility's emergency response plan, all staff members are required to participate in regular training and drills. During a recent drill, a nurse observed that many of the staff were not aware of the correct evacuation routes or the location of emergency equipment. What is the most appropriate action the nurse should recommend to improve staff readiness and safety during an emergency?

Implement a system of incentives for staff who correctly memorize emergency procedures.

Conduct regular in-service training sessions that include hands-on practice of emergency protocols.

Place posters displaying evacuation routes and emergency equipment locations in staff break rooms.

Assign a mentor to each new staff member for guidance on emergency procedures.

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