An older adult patient in a long-term care facility drops his burning cigarette in a garbage can and starts a fire. What is the most appropriate type of fire extinguisher for the nurse to use in this instance?
a. Type A
b. Type B
c. Type C
d. Type D
A
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A Type A fire extinguishers are used for ordinary combustibles such as wood, cloth, paper, and plastic. A garbage can fire would require a type A fire extinguisher.
B Type B fire extinguishers are used for flammable liquids such as gasoline, grease, paint, and anaesthetic gas.
C Type C fire extinguishers are used for electrical equipment.
D There is no Type D fire extinguisher.
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