Emergency Management and Planning in Healthcare – D548 Weste…

Introduction

In your role as an experienced emergency management professional, you will regularly encounter diverse emergency scenarios that demand the implementation of effective response strategies. This performance assessment offers you a chance to conduct a thorough analysis and prompts you to evaluate and design a customized emergency response plan for an urban hospital setting. This assessment also addresses a range of emergency situations that may occur within the complex urban environment.

Scenario

Western View Hospital, with a capacity of over 800 beds, is situated on a 50-acre campus in the urban core of the city. Established over 75 years ago, it has grown to be one of the region’s largest healthcare providers, offering a broad spectrum of medical services. Its state-of-the-art facilities include a Level I trauma center, a renowned cardiology department, a comprehensive cancer treatment center, and a dedicated pediatric wing serving the unique needs of younger patients.

In addition to its impressive medical facilities, Western View takes pride in its research and training facilities. The hospital’s research institute collaborates globally, driving advancements in medical science, while its residency programs attract aspiring doctors from around the world, further solidifying its reputation for excellence.

Despite its commendable achievements, Western View faces inherent challenges. Being in an urban setting exposes the hospital to a variety of vulnerabilities. The proximity to major roadways and transportation hubs heightens the risk of accidents and incidents that could strain its resources. Furthermore, its dense location makes it susceptible to infrastructure issues, such as power outages and water supply disruptions. The hospital’s large patient volume, coupled with the daily influx of visitors, also poses unique security and safety challenges.

Given these factors, it becomes imperative for Western View Hospital to prioritize emergency preparedness and response. By understanding its strengths and addressing its vulnerabilities, the institution aims to ensure that it remains a trusted and reliable healthcare provider, even in the most challenging circumstances.
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A. Describe strategies for five potential emergency scenarios that include both natural and man-made events, considering Western View Hospitals urban setting and diverse patient demographics.

B. Analyze the potential effects of an unexpected power outage at Western View Hospital during peak hours, including the impact on patient care, medical equipment, communication systems, and administrative functions.

C. Discuss how three fundamental principles of emergency management should be applied to Western View Hospital’s operations.

D. Describe three potential hazards linked to transportation-related incidents or infrastructure failures, given Western View Hospital’s proximity to a major transportation hub.

1. Develop a multidisciplinary mitigation strategy for each of the three potential hazards that you described in part D.

E. Analyze four specific administrative and ethical responses outlined in the attached ‘Train Derailment Near Western View Hospital’ supporting document. For each response, discuss the key concerns, potential implications, and recommended actions.

F. Design a realistic and logical emergency response plan blueprint for Western View Hospital using the information in the attached “Train Derailment Near Western View Hospital” supporting document.

1. Propose two continual improvement measures for the emergency response plan from part F.

2. Recommend two strategies that Western View Hospital can adopt to instill resilience among patients, staff, and the broader community during and after an emergency.

G. Record yourself using the Panopto system or another approved platform as you explain your blueprint from parts F, F1, and F2 and how emergency management principles will guide Western View Hospital in creating a robust emergency response plan.

Note: The recording should feature you visibly presenting the material (i.e., not in voice-over or embedded video) and should simultaneously capture both you and your multimedia presentation.

Note: For instructions on how to access and use Panopto, use the “Panopto How-To Videos” web link provided below. To access Panopto’s website, navigate to the web link titled “Panopto Access,” and then choose to log in using the WGU option. If prompted, log in using your WGU student portal credentials, and then it will forward you to Panoptos website. To submit your recording, upload it to the Panopto drop box titled Train Derailment Near Western View Hospital AZN1 | D548. Once the recording has been uploaded and processed in Panopto’s system, retrieve the URL of the recording from Panopto and copy and paste it into the Links option. Upload the remaining task requirements using the Attachments option.

H. Acknowledge sources, using in-text citations and references, for content that is quoted, paraphrased, or summarized.

I. Demonstrate professional communication in the content and presentation of your submission.

Can use a powerpoint and I will do the voiceover recording once you make deck including the speaker notes.