Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Simulated
The male nurse is helping his friend cut wood with an electric saw. His friend cuts two fingers of his left hand off with the saw. Which action should the nurse implement first?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Applying pressure with towels controls bleeding, the priority in traumatic amputation. Elevation is secondary, radial pressure is less effective, and calling 911 delays hemorrhage control.