The school health nurse is aware that the most important aspect of caring for an injured child is knowing:

a. there the first aid kit is located
b. who in the school is to be called for backup
c. when to call for help
d. there the oxygen is located


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A Incorrect. Knowing there the first aid kit is located is advisable but not the most important aspect of caring for an injured child.
B Incorrect. Knowing who in the school is to be called for backup is significant but not the most important aspect of caring for an injured child.
C Correct. The school health nurse is aware that the most important aspect of caring for an injured child is knowing when to call for help.
D Incorrect. Extensive medical supplies and equipment such as oxygen are not always available in schools. If they were, the nurse should know there the oxygen is located. However, it is not the most important aspect of caring for an injured child.

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