Pete is a nursing instructor who is lecturing to students about how to respond to individuals who are in the midst of a disaster
Which of the following statements would you anticipate Pete making regarding the initial nursing interventions for such individuals?
A) "You should ask them to give you a brief medical history so their physical needs can be met."
B) "Focus on safety needs and provide simple, clear instructions to help them function effectively."
C) "Help them determine what their long-term goals are so that they can maintain hope."
D) "Try to re-direct their attention from the problems at hand to decrease their anxiety."
B
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