Which of the following steps should the nurse take first when triaging a victim of a disaster?

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To assess an individual within the 1-minute guideline, the START system uses three characteristics. First, respirations are checked; then perfusion by pinching the nail bed and observing the reaction; and, last, mental status is checked by asking the individual a question. Assessing blood pressure is not part of the 1-minute guideline.

Which of the Following Steps Should the Nurse Take First