# Disaster Nursing — Expert Public Health Guidance

> Comprehensive disaster nursing guidance for public health emergencies. (iPhone/iPad app by Unbound Medicine, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/disaster-nursing/id1055436257 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Unbound Medicine, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/300420400)
- Category: Medical, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-11-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/disaster-nursing/id1055436257/reviews.md

## What is Disaster Nursing?

ABOUT DISASTER NURSING
Public health emergencies have become all too common. They are unpredictable and include man-made disasters like a nuclear meltdown or mass shootings, weather-related events like tsunamis and earthquakes, and infectious disease epidemics.  Disaster Nursing can help you stay ahead of the disaster cycle and ensure that you are prepared for any situation whether you’re in the field, at a hospital, or a student in the classroom.  Each topic contains the need-to-know information that can be searched and navigated quickly saving precious time.  This life-saving app can be downloaded directly to a smartphone and tablet and requires no internet connection to use it after the initial download which can make all the difference during a public emergency. 

FEATURES
• Broad and comprehensive coverage of almost every disaster situation
• Guidelines detailing the basics of how to manage an emergency
• Individual indexes for natural disasters, man-made disasters, infectious disease, and more
• Entries including the details for dealing with each situation including an clear objectives, environmental effects, assessment, response, recovery, and more
• Detailed coverage of procedures such as decontamination, isolation, and quarantine
• References with links to the citations for the information
• Universal Search to help you find topics quickly
• Favorites for bookmarking important topics

Author: Tener Goodwin Veenema, PhD, MPH, RN, FAAN; Clifton P. Thornton, MSN, BS, RN, CNMT, CPNP 
Publisher: Unbound Medicine
Powered by: Unbound Medicine

## Key features

- Broad disaster situation coverage
- Emergency management guidelines
- Indexes for disaster types
- Detailed situation entries
- Procedures like decontamination and quarantine
- Universal search functionality
- Favorites for bookmarking

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Disaster Nursing | $39.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/disaster-nursing/id1055436257/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Comprehensive and user friendly

*2016-01-13*

The first comprehensive disaster nursing app, provides incredible evidence-based guidance, resources, and still remains user-friendly.  Hats off to the editors and authors!

## Frequently asked questions about Disaster Nursing

### What kind of disasters does Disaster Nursing cover?

Disaster Nursing covers a broad range of situations, including man-made disasters like nuclear meltdowns and mass shootings, weather-related events such as tsunamis and earthquakes, and infectious disease epidemics.

### Can I use Disaster Nursing offline?

Yes, after the initial download, Disaster Nursing requires no internet connection to use. This offline functionality is crucial for situations where internet access may be unavailable.

### How does Disaster Nursing help me find information quickly?

The app features a Universal Search function that allows you to quickly find specific topics. It also includes individual indexes for different types of disasters and a Favorites feature for bookmarking important information.

### What specific procedures are detailed in Disaster Nursing?

Disaster Nursing provides detailed coverage of critical procedures such as decontamination, isolation, and quarantine, offering essential knowledge for managing public health emergencies.

### What is the rating for Disaster Nursing?

Disaster Nursing has a rating of 3.9 stars based on 10 user ratings.

### Does Disaster Nursing have ads?

Yes, Disaster Nursing contains advertisements.

### What devices is Disaster Nursing available on?

Disaster Nursing is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### When was Disaster Nursing last updated?

The latest version of Disaster Nursing was last updated on May 18, 2026.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7 — 2026-05-18

We’ve upgraded our purchase process. We implemented Apple’s latest payment technology to make buying and restoring purchases smoother than ever.
   - Instant Access: Your premium features unlock immediately after purchase.
   - Better Reliability: No more "Restore Purchase" errors.
   - Seamless Management: Easier control over your subscription status directly within the app

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact Unbound Medicine Support.

### 1.6 — 2025-12-23

Updated the app information to be in compliance with the latest regulatory changes.

### 1.5 — 2024-09-04

* New Notes design with more highlighting colors.
* Improved performance for faster access to critical medical information. 

If you have any questions or feedback, please reach out to the Unbound Medicine support team.

### 1.4 — 2018-11-16

This latest update provides interface upgrades to help enhance the performance of your app.
If you have further questions about the new features, please contact Unbound Medicine Support.

### 1.3 — 2018-02-16

Thank you for using Disaster Nursing. Unbound Medicine updates our apps regularly to improve speed, reliability, and capability with the latest operating system. As new features and content become available, we'll highlight them within the app.

Latest update includes: 
* Enhanced universal search interface helps the user find information faster

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