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james

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on: Jul 11, 2018
When the nurse arrives on the scene of a fire, the first thing to do for a burn victim is to:
 
  a. apply dressings.
  b. cover with a blanket.
  c. cool the burn immediately.
  d. apply topical ointment.

Question 2

The LPN/LVN may provide many services to the patient in the home. Several of these are high-level skills, but all of them must be performed under the direction and supervision of the:
 
  a. physician.
  b. family.
  c. facility supervisor.
  d. RN.


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jonathanballen97

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
The burn should be cooled immediately to stop the burning process.

Answer to Question 2

D
The LPN/LVN may perform these services when under the direction and supervision of an RN.


james

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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