Which Is the Priority Nursing Action to Include in a Disaster

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which is the priority nursing action to include in a disaster plan for the radioactive dust and smoke that can cause illness from a radiologic dispersal device (RDD) ?

• A) Covering the nose
• B) Protecting the eyes
• C) Decontaminating the skin
• D) Administering prophylactic antibiotics

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Definitions:

Pollution Costs

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Common Property Resources

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Pigouvian Tax

A tax imposed on any market activity that generates negative externalities, intended to correct the market outcome.

Sulfur Dioxide

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