A nurse on duty in the pediatric ward notices an unidentified person carrying a baby in her arms. The baby is dressed in hospital garb. What immediate action should the nurse take?
A) Notify the facility's security personnel.
B) Alert the supervisor and call "Code Pink."
C) Report to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
D) Notify the local police.
B
Feedback:
The nurse should immediately alert the supervisor and call "Code Pink" so that all entrances to the facility are shut and the child is located. The facility's security personnel and local police can be notified later. OSHA deals with the rights of the employee at the workplace and would not be involved in this situation.
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