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laurencescou

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The danger from radiation exposure arises primarily from
 
  1. the amount of exposure.
  2. the long-lasting effects.
  3. the amount of cellular death.
  4. the distance from the initial incident.
  5. the amount of potassium iodine ingested after exposure.

Question 2

The nurse is reviewing the components of the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS), which include
 
  1. intravenous administration equipment.
  2. antibiotics.
  3. life-support medications.
  4. chemical antidotes.
  5. hospital beds.



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale: Radiation exposure can cause mass casualty deaths at the point of impact and create residual ionizing radiation for miles around the site. Some radioisotopes emit radiation for decades and even centuries.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale: The Strategic National Stockpile (SNS), a national repository of medical equipment, includes intravenous (IV) administration equipment.



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