Radiation Sickness
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What is the first stage of acute radiation syndrome and what are its symptoms?

  • The first stage is the prodromal stage and its symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. (correct)
  • The first stage is the latent stage and its symptoms include fever and fatigue.
  • The first stage is the manifest illness stage and its symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
  • The first stage is the recovery stage and its symptoms include increased appetite and energy.

    • What is the latent stage of acute radiation syndrome?

  • The latent stage is the stage where the animal shows signs and symptoms of the specific syndrome reflecting the organ system that is damaged.
  • The latent stage is the stage where the animal appears to be symptom-free but changes are taking place that will either lead to recovery or death. (correct)
  • The latent stage is the stage where the animal recovers from the radiation exposure.
  • The latent stage is the stage where the animal experiences the most severe symptoms of acute radiation syndrome.

    • What is the fourth stage of acute radiation syndrome?

  • The animal either recovers or dies as a result of the damage sustained from the radiation exposure. (correct)
  • The animal recovers from the radiation exposure.
  • The animal shows signs and symptoms of the specific syndrome reflecting the organ system that is damaged.
  • The animal experiences the most severe symptoms of acute radiation syndrome.

    • What is the observable short-term effect of high doses of radiation on the skin?

    <p>Erythema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is radiation sickness?

    <p>Anemia and immune system compromise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the whole-body radiation dose that is fatal to 50% of the irradiated human population within 30 days called?

    <p>Lethal dose</p> Signup and view all the answers

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