The nurse assists with an educational program on bioterrorism. Symptoms of smallpox are discussed
The nurse would evaluate the participants as understanding the symptoms if they replied that the characteristic rash of smallpox typically first appears in which of the following places?
a. Legs and feet
b. Face and forearms
c. Abdomen and perineum
d. Neck and back
ANS: B
The characteristic rash of smallpox occurs first on the face and forearms.
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