When a rescuer discovers an electrical burn victim in the vicinity of electrical equipment or wiring, his first step is to __________.
ā¢ Scene safety comes first in any rescue situation ā¢ Risks of electrical current still being active in the area ā¢ Difference between treating the victim and making the area safe
ā¢ What could happen to the rescuer if the electrical source is still live? ā¢ Before touching the victim, what must you be sure of about the surrounding environment? ā¢ Which option focuses on eliminating the danger at its source rather than treating injuries right away?
ā¢ Confirm which choice deals with making the area safe from electricity before contact with the victim ā¢ Eliminate any options that involve directly touching or treating the patient first ā¢ Check which option addresses the electrical hazard itself, not the burn wound
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