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charchew

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A train carrying radioactive materials has derailed. The radiation safety officer informs you that you will be receiving a 31-year-old man who was exposed to the radioactive material. As such, you should recognize that:
 
  A) the patient will be vomiting and will have lost his hair.
  B) the patient will require immediate decontamination.
  C) the patient represents no contamination threat to you.
  D) you will need special clothing to protect yourself from radiation.

Question 2

A worker has been exposed to beta rays given off by a radioactive material. Which one of the following should you do FIRST?
 
  A) Assess his level of consciousness and ABCs.
  B) Determine the exact material he was exposed to.
  C) Decontaminate the patient.
  D) Quickly assess for any radiation burns.


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ricroger

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A


charchew

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

Liddy

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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