A fire alarm sounds on a ward. What should the nurse do first after noticing smoke near a patient's room?
Correct answer: B. Remove people from immediate danger and activate the emergency response
- A. Complete the medication record before responding
- B. Remove people from immediate danger and activate the emergency response
- C. Open all windows to clear smoke from the ward
- D. Move every patient to the assembly area without assistance
Explanation
In an emergency, immediate safety takes priority. The nurse should rescue people in immediate danger and activate the response system, while following the facility's fire procedure for further evacuation and containment.
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