The camp nurse is caring for a patient who is complaining of bilateral eye pain after a campfire log exploded, sending sparks into the patient's eyes. Which of these actions will the nurse take first?

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Emergency treatment of a burn or foreign-body injury to the eyes includes protecting the eyes from further injury by covering them with dry sterile dressings and protective shields. Flushing of the eyes immediately is indicated only for chemical exposure. Except in the case of chemical exposure, the nurse should not begin treatment until the patient has been assessed by a health care provider and orders are available.

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