A fire erupts after a patient drops a cigarette in a hospital waste receptacle in the bathroom. The nurse's first response is to:
A. report the fire.
B. attempt to extinguish the fire.
C. assist the patient to a safe area.
D. close the door to contain the fire.
C
If a fire occurs, the first priority is to protect the patient in immediate danger. Next, report the fire. Try to contain the fire by closing any doors, and/or extinguish the fire.
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