A nurse sees a patient get struck by lightning during a thunderstorm on a golf course. What is the first action the nurse should perform?
1. Check breathing and circulation.
2. Look for entrance and exit wounds.
3. Cover the victim to prevent heat loss.
4. Move the victim indoors to a dry place.
Correct Answer: 1
Cardiopulmonary arrest is the most common cause of death from lightening. Respiratory and cardiac status should be assessed immediately to determine if CPR is necessary. All the other actions are secondary.
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