If a health care provider is in an area of the health care facility where a fire starts, she or he should first:
A) block the entrances so that others will not enter the fire area
B) close all the doors and windows before leaving the area
C) attempt to extinguish the fire, using the proper equipment
D) pull the lever in the fire alarm box
Answer: D
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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