What Is the First Action a Nurse Should Take When

question 16

Multiple Choice

What is the first action a nurse should take when assessing persons arriving at a shelter following a disaster?

• A) Limit the amount of equipment and medications brought into the shelter.
• B) Determine if the person has a psychological condition requiring special attention.
• C) Assess whether this type of facility is appropriate for the person.
• D) Provide medical care for persons as if they were in a hospital.

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