Question

Which of the following are essential components of a comprehensive Composite, Long-term Disaster Health Preparedness Plan?

1. Understanding the specific characteristics and vulnerabilities of the community through a Community Profile.
2. Identification and allocation of necessary resources including human, material, and financial, as part of Resource Planning.
3. Developing a detailed strategy outlining steps to be taken, known as the Plan of Action.
4. Focusing exclusively on short-term responses, with no need for long-term strategic planning.

• A. iii
• B. i, ii, iii
• C. i
• D. ii, iii

Answer 1

Answer:

B. i, ii, iii

• A comprehensive Composite, Long-term Disaster Health Preparedness Plan is designed for the mitigation of medical and health-related problems arising from any natural disaster. It systematically includes several critical components: a Community Profile to understand local vulnerabilities, a detailed Plan of Action, thorough Resource Planning (human, material, financial), a Training Plan for personnel, Allied Planning for coordination with other sectors, Periodical Practice through drills, and an ongoing Evaluation and Modification process. These elements ensure a holistic approach, moving beyond mere response to encompass preparedness, mitigation, and continuous improvement.