Clients arrive in the emergency department complaining of difficulty breathing and eye tearing after a bomb explosion in a nearby store. What is the priority intervention of the health care team?

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Flushing the skin and eyes with water is the priority intervention to remove any remaining debris or particles from the explosion that may be causing respiratory distress and eye irritation. Identification of the offending agent and notification of law enforcement can be done after immediate care and stabilization of the clients. A complete history and physical can be obtained once the clients are stable.

Clients Arrive in the Emergency Department Complaining of Difficulty Breathing