A patient who was found unconscious in a burning house is brought to the emergency department by ambulance. The nurse notes that the patient's skin color is bright red. Which action should the nurse take first?
A) Insert two large-bore IV lines.
B) Check the patient's orientation.
C) Assess for singed nasal hair and dark oral mucous membranes.
D) Place the patient on 100% O2 using a nonrebreather mask.
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