A tornado warning has been issued for your area. The hospital's emergency response plan has been activated. As the charge nurse, what is your priority action?
Direct staff to move patients to designated interior safe areas away from windows.
Review the hospital’s emergency plan and distribute copies to key staff.
Request that additional staff remain on standby in case the need arises.
Ensure the emergency supply kit is accessible and stocked with necessary items.
The correct answer focuses on ensuring patient and staff safety through immediate action. Moving patients and staff to a safe location, such as interior rooms or areas without windows, minimizes the risk of harm from debris or structural damage. While other options, like informing staff or checking emergency supplies, are important, they do not directly and immediately address the safety of patients and staff in this dangerous situation. Planning and communication can be integrated after securing safety.
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