SUADI NURSES' PERCEPTION OF DISASTER MANAGEMENT IN PANDEMICS AND MASS CASUALTY EVENTS

The main aims and objectives of the research are reflected in the introduction of this research proposal. It is of the utmost importance to be ready to deal with any emerging or sudden mass casualty or pandemic. The role of nurses is vitally important; therefore, this research will address (in depth) a variety of issues surrounding nurses in the KSA in cases of pandemic or mass casualty. Therefore, one of the most important aims of this research is to improve the readiness of nurses in cases of mass casualty or pandemic.

This research will ethically collect the data in order to unfold the real situation and perception of nurses in cases of mass casualty or pandemic. In addition to the data from the participants the research will use a wide range of literature and theories about the topic. Due to the Covid-19 crises and restrictions, an online questionnaire will be made available for participants to freely respond to the questions. Once the data is correctly and ethically collected, it will be analysed, examined, and evaluated in order to consolidate results and outcomes.

The resources and budget needed to implement this research are reflected in detail under the heading “Resources Required”, however, no major resources are needed except the commitment and the engagement with project from the very beginning stage until the completion of the project. In addition, once the research has obtained the full approval and review of the university then it will be published in a scientific journal related to nursing.

Keywords: Nurse, Pandemic, Perception, Management, Mass Casualty.