Author Question: The nurse smells smoke down a hallway and finds a small fire in the trash basket in a patient's ... (Read 111 times)

future617RT · **on:** Jul 7, 2018

The nurse smells smoke down a hallway and finds a small fire in the trash basket in a patient's bathroom. The first best action by the nurse is to:

a. Remove the patient from the room.
b. Attempt to extinguish the fire.
c. Close all doors and windows.
d. Close the door to the hallway.

Question 2

In a staff meeting, questions have been raised about a colleague's veracity. You recognize that veracity deals with which of the following?

a. Being first in line c. Having a great deal to do
b. Volunteering to work overtime d. Admitting mistakes promptly

vkodali · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 7, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B

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A Inappropriate with a small, contained fire.
B Because it is a small contained fire, the nurse should attempt to extinguish it to prevent it from spreading and becoming worse.
C Inappropriate with a small, contained fire.
D Inappropriate with a small, contained fire.

Answer to Question 2

D
Veracity is an ethical principle regarding telling the truth. Admitting to mistakes promptly and offering
to do whatever is necessary to correct them is an example of veracity. Being first in line, volunteering
to work overtime, and having a great deal to do every day are related to time management and
organization, but they are not concerned with telling the truth.