Which Statement by the Nurse Indicates the Most Important Goal

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which statement by the nurse indicates the most important goal in the management of a disaster such as one caused by a category 5 hurricane?

• A) "Rescue the victims."
• B) "Plan to prevent such disasters."
• C) "Give immediate first aid and medical care to the victims."
• D) "Evacuate the injured to medical facilities."

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Definitions:

PO

An abbreviation commonly used in medical prescriptions for "per os," meaning "by mouth" or "orally."

Nystatin

An antifungal medication used to treat fungal infections in the mouth, throat, and other parts of the body.

Oral Candidiasis

A fungal infection in the mouth caused by Candida species, characterized by white patches on the tongue and inside the cheeks.

Swish and Swallow

A method of administering liquid medication, whereby the patient swishes the medication around the mouth and then swallows it, often used for oral thrush or sore throat treatments.