The period of time between initial exposure to radiation and the appearance of side effects is the:

acute period
chronic period
manifest period
latent period


latent period

Rationale: The latent period is the timeframe before symptoms visibly manifest.

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A) 3/5 B) 5/6 C) 1 1/6 D) 3/6

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The cells that transfer delayed hypersensitivity and secrete proteins that activate other cells are called:

a. Td cells. c. Th cells. b. Tc cells. d. Ts cells.

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Internal and external injuries are always coded the same

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Which of the following can be used to obtain a long-distance telephone number? 

A. The operator B. Directory assistance service C. The telephone company in the city you are calling D. The local telephone book E. Your local telephone company

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