The driver of a truck carrying a radioactive substance has accidentally come into contact with the material. You are first on the scene and a quick observation indicates that he still has the powder on his arm. Your immediate action would be to:
A) provide basic care, but avoid touching the patient's arm.
B) place the patient in the ambulance, but avoid touching him en route to the hospital.
C) instruct the patient to remain still and wait for the radiation safety officer.
D) rinse the powder off the arm and wrap with a sterile dressing and roller gauze.
C
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