Preparedness of a Military Hospital against Chemical Incidents: Based on the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons Scenario

Background: Evaluating preparedness in the health sector, particularly within hospitals, is crucial for mitigating the impact of uncontrollable disasters like chemical incidents.Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the readiness of a military hospital in Tehran to respond effectively to such emergencies.Methods: In this study, data were collected using a standardized and validated questionnaire, specifically the Hospital Preparedness Tool for Chemical Crises, developed to assess the readiness of the selected military hospital in Tehran.Results: According to the study's results, the overall level of preparedness at the hospital was assessed as "very good," with a total score of ۱۱۹. Among the six areas examined in the selected hospital, the highest score was for the planning and guidelines area, with points (۷۳.۹۴%), and in the "very good" category. In contrast, the lowest score was for the risk assessment and early warning area with ۷ points (۷۰%), and in the "good" category.Conclusion: Based on the study findings, the performance of the selected hospital in various dimensions of preparedness and response is assessed at a very favorable level. Also, the hospital has significant capabilities in improving preparedness for various events, including chemical incidents.

کلیدواژه ها:

preparedness ، Military Hospital ، Disasters ، Chemical weapons ، Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons