The nurse is assessing victims of a building collapse. Ambulances are nearby and there is a shelter set up with carts, chairs, tables, and refreshments for the victims. The nurse is most likely working within which of the following decontamination zones?

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The cold zone is where decontamination has been completed, and it is safe for victims, responders, and equipment without the need for protective gear. The presence of ambulances, shelters, and refreshments indicates a safe, post-decontamination area, which aligns with the characteristics of a cold zone.

The Nurse Is Assessing Victims of a Building Collapse