Crisis and Crisis Decision Making
About this topic
Crisis Decision Making is a critical competency for Zambian tertiary health students preparing for leadership in volatile environments. This topic focuses on decisions taken to meet unexpected, high-stakes situations (e.g., disease outbreaks, supply chain failures, natural disasters). Students explore the characteristics of crises, the need for rapid yet informed action, and leadership styles (often autocratic) suited to such scenarios within the Zambian context. Mastery of this topic is vital for exams and for future health managers to develop resilience plans, lead effectively under pressure, minimize harm, and ensure continuity of essential healthcare services during emergencies in Zambia.
What you'll practise (2 questions)
- The 'Golden Hour' in trauma medicine refers to the first hour after injury, during which prompt medical treatment is most likely to prevent death.
- A decision which is taken to meet unexpected situation is called ______.
Answer each question above to see the correct answer and a full explanation.