Multiple Choice
A patient who had taken a poisonous substance is brought to the emergency department.What is the first action the nurse should take?
A) Give syrup of ipecac.
B) Contact the poison control center.
C) Give milk to coat the stomach.
D) Observe for symptoms.
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