The nurse is assisting with triage in the emergency department. A large group of patients from a mass casualty incident arrive. These patients have been classified at the scene as minimal, delayed, immediate, and expectant
What is the best nursing approach?
A) Use the classifications from the scene to determine the order of treatment.
B) Reassess and reclassify patients quickly to determine the order of treatment.
C) Treat the patients in the order they arrive at the emergency department.
D) After the first 20 patients, refer all others to another emergency care facility.
B
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a. "I always help my daughter complete tasks to help her achieve a sense of accomplishment." b. "I provide many opportunities for my daughter to play with other children her age." c. "I consistently stress the difference between right and wrong to my daughter." d. "I encourage my daughter to do things for herself when she can."
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