Which suffix means narrowing?

Choice A rationale:

Ears are located on the sides of the head, not between the cranial and thoracic cavities. The ears are lateral structures on the head.

Choice B rationale:

Elbow is a joint located in the upper limb, specifically in the arm. It is not between the cranial and thoracic cavities. The elbow is a joint that allows the forearm to bend.

Choice C rationale:

Knee is a joint in the lower limb, connecting the thigh bone to the shin bone. It is not located between the cranial and thoracic cavities. The knee joint allows for movements like bending and straightening of the leg.

Choice D rationale:

The nape of the neck refers to the back of the neck. It is the posterior part of the neck, located between the cranial (head) and thoracic (upper chest) cavities. The nape of the neck is a specific anatomical location.

Choice A rationale:

Confine the fire by closing doors and windows. While confining the fire is important, the nurse's first priority should be ensuring the safety of the client. Closing doors and windows may help prevent the fire from spreading, but it does not address the immediate danger to the client.

Choice B rationale:

Activate the fire alarm system. Activating the fire alarm is a crucial step to alert other staff members, patients, and visitors about the fire. However, it is not the first action the nurse should take. Ensuring the safety of the client should be the top priority.

Choice C rationale:

Extinguish the fire if possible. Attempting to extinguish the fire can be dangerous for the nurse and may waste precious time. The nurse's safety and the client's safety should be the primary concern. Trying to put out the fire before ensuring the client's safety is not the best course of action.

Choice D rationale:

Rescue the client from immediate danger. This is the correct answer because the nurse's first priority in a fire emergency is to ensure the safety of the client. Rescuing the client from immediate danger should be done before any other actions are taken. The nurse should assess the situation, help the client to safety, and then notify others about the fire and activate the alarm system.