The nurse is caring for a client with radiation poisoning. Which forms of energy does the nurse understand to be common causes of radiation poisoning? Select all that apply.
A) Alpha rays
B) Beta rays
C) Protons
D) Neutrons
E) Gamma rays
A) Alpha rays
B) Beta rays
D) Neutrons
E) Gamma rays
Explanation: A) Alpha rays, beta rays, neutrons, and gamma rays are the most common causes of radiation poisoning.
B) Alpha rays, beta rays, neutrons, and gamma rays are the most common causes of radiation poisoning.
C) Protons are not considered to be a common form of energy associated with radiation poisoning.
D) Alpha rays, beta rays, neutrons, and gamma rays are the most common causes of radiation poisoning.
E) Alpha rays, beta rays, neutrons, and gamma rays are the most common causes of radiation poisoning.
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