The best way to control the threat of a bomb, is to?

• A. Evacuate immediately
• B. Be prepared before any threat is received
• C. Call police after threat
• D. Hide and wait

Answer: (B)

Preparation before any threat is received is the best way to control a bomb threat. In a hospital, this means having a formal bomb threat response plan in place, with clear roles for security, administration, and clinical staff, and practiced procedures for communication, containment, and relocation of people. When staff know exactly what to do and whom to alert—how to report a threat, who activates protection measures, and how to implement evacuation or shelter-in-place per the plan—the response is quick, coordinated, and minimizes risk to patients and staff. Regular drills keep everyone familiar with the steps, so when a real threat occurs, actions such as notifying authorities immediately and following predefined evacuation or containment procedures happen smoothly.

Evacuating without a plan can disrupt patient care and may move people into danger. Waiting to call police after a threat delays critical response, and hiding and waiting offers no protective strategy.