A Patient Is Brought to the Emergency Department After Inhaling

question 20

Multiple Choice

A patient is brought to the emergency department after inhaling mercury. The nurse should be alert for which acute adverse effects associated with mercury inhalation?

• A)Chest pain, pneumonitis, and inflammation of the mouth
• B)Intestinal obstruction and numbness of hands
• C)Hypotension, oliguria, and tingling of feet
• D)Tachycardia, hematuria, and diaphoresis

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