The depth of a radiation injury occurring from an industrial accident at a nuclear power plant depends on: Select all that apply
1. How close the individual was to the source.
2. The length of time of exposure to the source.
3. The temperature of the source.
4. The entry and exit sites on the body.
5. The amount of steam produced.
1. How close the individual was to the source.
2. The length of time of exposure to the source.
Rationale: How close the individual was to the source. The depth of a radiation injury depends on how close the individual was to the source. The length of time of exposure to the source. The depth of a radiation injury also depends on the length of time of exposure. The temperature of the source. The temperature of the source is related to thermal and scald injuries. The entry and exit sites on the body. Entry and exit wounds occur with electrical injuries. The amount of steam produced. Steam is related to scald injuries.
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