A nurse is passing by a building when she notices smoke coming from inside. On entering the premises, she finds that a person has collapsed in a smoke-filled room. As she prepares to rescue the casualty, which of the following actions would be the most appropriate?

Correct option is B

Explanation
1. In a smoke-filled room, the safest rescue method is to crawl close to the floor because smoke and toxic gases rise upward.
2. Covering the nose and mouth with a wet cloth helps reduce inhalation of smoke and facilitates safer rescue of the casualty.
Information Booster
1. Smoke inhalation is a major cause of death during fires.
2. Carbon monoxide poisoning is common in enclosed fire incidents.
3. Rescuer safety should always be ensured before attempting rescue.
Additional Knowledge
1. (a) Opening doors and windows may increase oxygen supply and intensify the fire.
2. (c) Entering immediately without taking safety precautions can endanger the rescuer.
3. (d) Water should not be used indiscriminately, especially in electrical or chemical fires, and rescue should not be delayed.