The nurse arrives to the scene of a house fire. A victim is running out of the house, with flames on the arms. Which is the nurse's first action?

Transport victim to hospital.

Stop, drop, and roll.

Cover victim with clean cloth or sheet.

Remove all nonadherent clothing and jewelry.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A. Transport victim to hospital: While transport to the hospital is necessary, it is not the immediate priority when the victim is still on fire.

B. Stop, drop, and roll: The first action for someone whose clothing is on fire is to stop, drop, and roll to extinguish the flames and prevent further burns.

C. Cover victim with clean cloth or sheet: Covering with a clean cloth is important after the flames have been extinguished but not the first step when the victim is still burning.

D. Remove all nonadherent clothing and jewelry: Removing clothing and jewelry should be done after the flames are extinguished and initial care has been administered.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Anxiety related to uncertainty of the events of the test: Addressing the patient's anxiety and providing information about the procedure can help reduce fear and improve cooperation.
B. Deficient knowledge related to lack of information regarding the procedure: While providing information is important, the immediate emotional response (anxiety) takes priority as it can impact the patient's experience of the procedure.
C. Disturbed thought process related to confusion: While disturbed thought processes are relevant, they are not the primary concern pre-procedure.
D. Disturbed thought process related to temporary memory loss: Temporary memory loss can occur post-ECT, but addressing pre-procedure anxiety is a more immediate priority.

A. Trim the fingernails short to prevent skin damage from scratching. B. Use cool, wet dressings and baths to promote vasoconstriction. C. Expose the areas to the sun to promote drying and healing of the lesions. D. Wear cotton gloves and cover all other affected areas with clothing to prevent environmental irritation.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Trim the fingernails short to prevent skin damage from scratching. While this is good advice to prevent further skin damage, it does not directly address the itching.
B. Use cool, wet dressings and baths to promote vasoconstriction. Cool, wet dressings and baths can help soothe itching and reduce inflammation by promoting vasoconstriction.
C. Expose the areas to the sun to promote drying and healing of the lesions. Sun exposure can worsen irritation and is not recommended for treating contact dermatitis.
D. Wear cotton gloves and cover all other affected areas with clothing to prevent environmental irritation. While this can prevent further irritation, it does not directly manage the itching.

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