A nurse is concerned about an event of bioterrorism. Which of the following would the nurse most likely be referring to?
a. Outbreak of smallpox
b. Bombed historic buildings
c. Explosion of land mines
d. Threats of war
ANS: A
Bioterrorism is a term used to describe the deliberate release of viruses, bacteria, or other germs (agents) used to cause illness or death in people, animals, or plants. Bombing historical buildings, explosion of land mines, and threats of war may be part of terrorist attacks, but do not include the component of bioterrorism.
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