A Client Who Experienced Whole-Body Radiation Exposure 6 Hours Ago

question 25

Multiple Choice

A client who experienced whole-body radiation exposure 6 hours ago is brought to the emergency department with radiation sickness.On assessment,the nurse would expect the client to report:

• A)bleeding from the gums and nose.
• B)bruises on skin not covered by clothing.
• C)nausea and vomiting.
• D)hair loss.

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