The nursing staff, working in an emergency room, begins to see an influx of clients with the following condition: acute nausea and vomiting; redness and itchiness of the skin, leading to open sores; bleeding from the nose, mouth, and gums; and
blisters in the mouth and throat. Which condition is suspected? A) A food poisoning
B) Acute radiation syndrome
C) Anthrax contamination
D) Manifestations of botulism
B
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The stated symptoms are characteristics of acute radiation syndrome. Food poisoning produces gastrointestinal symptoms. Anthrax produces respiratory complications when inhaled, gastrointestinal complications when ingested, and skin manifestations with direct contact but not the collection of symptoms described. Botulism symptoms include the 4 Ds being diplopia, dysarthria, dysphonia, and dysphagia.
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