This book provides guidance on preparing for and responding to disasters from a nursing perspective. It covers risk assessment, emergency planning, and community recovery efforts. The text emphasizes the nurse's role in coordinating care and resources during crises. Ideal for nurses involved in disaster management, it enhances readiness and response capabilities.
Blake Bruce focuses on disaster preparedness in public health nursing, developing strategies to equip nurses with the skills and knowledge needed to respond effectively to natural and man-made disasters. His research explores the role of public health nurses in emergency response, including assessment, triage, and community education during disasters. Blake has developed training programs and simulation exercises to enhance the readiness of public health nurses for disaster situations. He has published extensively on the best practices for disaster preparedness and response in public health nursing.