Most Dirty-Bomb Scenarios Are Based on the Premise That A_____________

question 83

Multiple Choice

Most dirty-bomb scenarios are based on the premise that a_____________ agent will be used with a conventional explosive.

• A)bacterial
• B)viral
• C)chemical
• D)radiological

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Definitions:

Beta-Blockers

Medications that reduce blood pressure by blocking the effects of adrenaline, thus slowing the heartbeat and reducing its force of contraction.

Vasoconstriction

The narrowing of blood vessels due to contraction of the muscular wall, which increases blood pressure.

Muscarinic Receptors

A type of receptor responsive to acetylcholine, involved in various functions of the autonomic nervous system, including glandular secretions and muscle contractions.

ANS

The Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) controls involuntary actions in the body, such as heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate.