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student77

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The nurse arrives on the scene of a fire. What is the first thing the nurse will do for a burn victim?
 
  a. Apply dressings
  b. Cover with a blanket
  c. Cool the burn immediately
  d. Apply topical ointment

Question 2

A patient is admitted to the hospital after receiving a blow to the head. The patient begins to show signs of shock. How should the patient be positioned?
 
  a. With the head lower than the body
  b. Flat with the legs elevated
  c. Flat on the back
  d. In a side-lying position


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Jsherida

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

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

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
If head injuries are suspected, the victim must be kept flat.


student77

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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