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darbym82

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on: Jul 23, 2018
Which of the five general principles for treating acute poisoning would the nurse use to treat a patient who was exposed to an external chemical agent?
 
  1. Topical decontamination
  2. Increase in the rate of excretion
  3. Prevention of absorption
  4. Neutralization
  5. Antidotes and symptomatic therapy

Question 2

Which of the following would be the best choice for preventing thyroid cancer in persons exposed to ionizing radiation?
 
  1. Potassium-iodine tablets
  2. Calcium tablets
  3. Antibiotics
  4. Salt tablets


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1,4
Rationale 1: Topical decontamination includes the removal of contaminated clothing and flushing of the skin or eyes. This would be appropriate for exposure to an external chemical agent.
Rationale 2: This would be appropriate for treating an acute poisoning through ingestion.
Rationale 3: This would be appropriate for treating an acute poisoning through ingestion.
Rationale 4: Application of an agent to neutralize the poison would be appropriate for an exposure to an external chemical agent.
Rationale 5: Antidotes and symptomatic therapy would not be indicated for treating an external chemical agent.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: Potassium- tablets are the only recognized therapy for radiation exposure.


darbym82

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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