A Patient Who Was Found Unconscious in a Burning House

question 9

Multiple Choice

A patient who was found unconscious in a burning house is brought to the emergency department by ambulance.The nurse notes that the patient's skin color is bright red.Which action should the nurse take first?

• A) Insert two large-bore IV lines.
• B) Check the patient's orientation.
• C) Assess for singed nasal hair and dark oral mucous membranes.
• D) Place the patient on 100% oxygen using a non-rebreather mask.

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