What are symptoms of absorbed poisons?
A. Shortness of breath, muscle weakness, angina
B. Rash, swelling, burning eyes, headache, fever, abnormal pulse or respirations
C. Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, frequent bowel sounds, diarrhea
D. Blurred or double vision, confusion, unconsciousness
E. Lethargy, loss of coordination, confusion, and uncontrollable shivering.
B. Rash, swelling, burning eyes, headache, fever, abnormal pulse or respirations
Symptoms of absorbed poisons include rash, swelling, burning eyes, headache, fever, and abnormal pulse or respirations.
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