Multiple Choice
A patient arrives in the emergency department with a sucking wound to the left chest.What is the first action the nurse should take?
A) Place several layers of gauze dressing over the wound.
B) Place the patient in a supine position.
C) Cover the wound with an airtight dressing taped on three sides.
D) Turn the patient to the left side.
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