The nursing assistant is caring for a resident who is in the courtyard sitting in a wheelchair receiving oxygen. The resident takes out a pack of cigarettes. What action should the nursing assistant take first?

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The best action for the nursing assistant to take first is to remove the cigarettes and lighter. Oxygen therapy increases the oxygen content of the surrounding area, which causes fires to start easily and spread rapidly. Reminding the resident may or may not work depending on the resident's condition. After removing the combustible items, the nursing assistant should tell the nurse right away. The nursing assistant should not remove the oxygen setup so the resident can smoke.

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