A nurse is at a national conference on weapons of mass destruction (WOMD). The predominant topic is smallpox. To ensure her grasp of the knowledge, the nurse goes over it in her mind
Which of the following would indicate the need for further reinforcement? a. Smallpox is caused by the variola virus.
b. Smallpox has no proven treatment.
c. The incubation phase is 7 to 10 days.
d. Mortality is highest from formation of bumps to scabbing.
C
The incubation period for smallpox is 12 to 14 days; further teaching is needed.
Smallpox is caused by the variola virus; no further teaching is needed.
No proven treatment is available for smallpox; no further teaching is needed.
Mortality is highest from the formation of bumps to scabbing because of the circulating immune complexes; no further teaching is needed.
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