Keywords

infection control, shelter, disease, natural disaster

Abstract

Infection control is at the forefront of nurses’ minds, particularly following a natural disaster. Natural disasters often displace people from their homes, requiring them to stay in congregate shelters for a short period of time. The risk of infection is significantly increased in shelters environments. The purpose of this literature review is to determine the appropriate strategies to mitigate the spread of infection in congregate shelters following a natural disaster. Implications for practice are identified.

Document Type

Other

Publication Date

2022-02-24

Language

English

College

Nursing

Department

Nursing

University Standing at Time of Publication

Graduate Student

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