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W7: Scenario 2 Module 3 Questions
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Based on the information provided in Scenario 2: Attack on Bobsville | Module 3: Isolation and Quarantine, write a discussion post concerning the issues listed below.
For one of the categories listed, write an initial response to the primary question and 1-2 of the additional questions (if any exist).
Public Health/Health Care/Emergency Medical Services/Public Information and Warning
Primary Question:
16. What authorities do the fictional Carol County public health and the Bobsville healthcare community retain to implement an isolation process?
Additional Questions:
17. What are the overarching public health laws that impact people placed under medical surveillance?
18. When can Carol County public health issue a quarantine order?
19. Where does Carol County get the authority to declare and enforce a quarantine?
20. DoD resources (other than National Guard) are providing medical assistance to individuals impacted by the incident. Where does DoD garner its authority to provide this type of care to civilians?
Public Information and Warning
Primary Question:
21. Is there a legal requirement to provide information to the public about the incident? Why or why not?
Note: This exercise requires you to read the assigned reading and do your own outside the text research.
