A Small Nuclear Weapon Has Been Detonated in a Nearby

question 30

Multiple Choice

A small nuclear weapon has been detonated in a nearby city. For which immediate symptoms of radiation sickness will the nurse assess in patients who have been exposed?

• A) Dilated pupils and aggression
• B) Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
• C) Weight loss and fatigue
• D) Anorexia and fatigue

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Definitions:

Stress

A feeling of emotional or physical tension resulting from any event or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, or nervous.

Physiological Reaction

Bodily responses to stimuli, including changes in heart rate, hormone levels, and muscle tension.

Fight-Or-Flight

A physiological response to perceived harmful events, attacks, or threats to survival, priming the body to either confront or flee.

Pupils Dilate

The widening of the pupils, which can occur in response to various factors, including changes in light, emotional states, or physiological responses.