What action would the nurse take when triaging victims following a disaster?
a. Allocation of treatment based on the victim's potential for survival
b. Assignment of tasks to the appropriate disaster response personnel
c. Determination of the level of disaster and agency involvement
d. Participation in community preparedness for the disaster response
ANS: A
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a. "It is time for a booster vaccine." b. "It is past the time for a booster vaccine." c. "This vaccine will provide pertussis immunity." d. "This vaccine will be the last booster you will need."
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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