Disaster And Emergency Response Participation Practice Test

A chemical spill in a community pool area has caused multiple clients to cough and complain of eye irritation. The LPN/VN is assisting first responders; a 35-year-old client with no known history has tearing, coughing, and burning eyes; vital signs: heart rate 110/min, respiratory rate 24/min, blood pressure 132/78 mm Hg, oxygen saturation 96% on room air. Which action should the LPN/VN take FIRST in this scenario?

Following an earthquake, a temporary shelter clinic is evaluating clients. The LPN/VN assesses a 60-year-old client with a history of diabetes who has a puncture wound on the foot from debris; the wound is dirty and the client reports numbness in the toes; vital signs: temperature 99.5°F (37.5°C), heart rate 92/min, respiratory rate 18/min, blood pressure 150/86 mm Hg. Which task can the LPN/VN perform to assist in the emergency response?