Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 77%
Simulated
Nurse is caring for many clients during mass casualty event. Which client is highest priority?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: Client with partial & full-thickness burns to face. This client is the highest priority due to airway compromise risk from facial burns. Airway is a top priority in mass casualty events to prevent respiratory distress or failure. Crush injuries (A) may be severe but not immediately life-threatening. Laceration (B) to head can be managed with proper wound care. Clients with neck (D) or chest (E) injuries may have potential serious complications, but airway takes precedence in this scenario.