The driver of a truck carrying a radioactive substance accidentally came in contact with the material after getting into a crash on the freeway. You are first on the scene, and a quick observation indicates that the driver still has the powder on his arm. Your immediate action would be to:
A) Provide basic care, but avoid touching the patient's arm
B) Place the patient in the ambulance, but avoid touching him en route to the hospital
C) Instruct the patient to remain still and wait for the radiation safety officer
D) Rinse the powder off the arm and wrap it with a sterile dressing and roller gauze
C) Instruct the patient to remain still and wait for the radiation safety officer
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).