While at the scene of an incident in which several patients were possibly exposed to lewisite, you are informed that an unresponsive patient with multiple blisters on his body and inadequate breathing is being brought to you for treatment. You should:
A) prepare your intubation equipment and set up two IV lines of normal saline.
B) have the appropriate antidote ready and notify the burn center of the situation.
C) ensure that the patient has been decontaminated before initiating any treatment.
D) don the appropriate personal protective equipment to avoid cross-contamination.
Answer: C) ensure that the patient has been decontaminated before initiating any treatment.
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