Julio called this morning and asked to be seen today if possible. You fit him into the schedule and he arrives at your office with a red face that looks painful. He states that the gas stove flashed in his face when he was lighting it. You note that facial hair has been burned, but there are no blisters. Your best first response is to ________.
A. call 911 because burns to the head are always serious
B. cover the burn to keep out bacteria
C. apply ointment to the burns on his face
D. check his vital signs and put ice on the burned area
E. get him to drink some cool water to prevent shock
Answer: A
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