NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
TOXICOLOGY
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Dose
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Response
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Similar term(s): exposed, expose. Definition: Contact of the cells of an organism with a substance, micro-organism or radiation. In the case of humans, this may involve contact with a substance or agent by swallowing, breathing, or through the skin or eyes.
Detailed explanation-2: -Headache, weaknesses, dizziness, breath shortness, cyanosis, rapid heart rate, unconsciousness, and death may also occur. Ingestion can cause irritation of the digestive tract, induce nausea and vomiting.
Detailed explanation-3: -Research has established a relationship between exposure and disease for some environmental contaminants including: Radon and lung cancer. Arsenic and cancer in several organs. Lead and nervous system disorders.