Medical Emergencies · single question

If the dental office floods, the FIRST action should be to:

  1. Move the equipment to safety
  2. Disconnect/shut off the electrical power
  3. Call the insurance company
  4. Begin mopping the water
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Correct answer: B. Disconnect/shut off the electrical power

  • A. Handling equipment in standing water with live power is an electrocution hazard.
  • B. Correct. Shut off electrical power first to prevent electrocution before any cleanup.
  • C. Insurance can be contacted after safety is secured.
  • D. Cleanup must wait until power is safely off.

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