Posted: August 17th, 2017

If a person has been exposed to radiation, presenting symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, or fatigue can be expected to occur within _______ hours after exposure?

If a person has been exposed to radiation, presenting symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, or fatigue can be expected to occur within _______ hours after exposure?
a) 48 to 72
The prodromal phase (presenting symptoms) of radiation exposure occurs within 48 to 72 hours after exposure. Signs and symptoms include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and fatigue. With high-dose radiation exposure, the signs and symptoms may include fever, respiratory distress, and increased excitability.
b) 6 to 12
The prodromal phase (presenting symptoms) of radiation exposure occurs within 48 to 72 hours after exposure.
c) 12 to 24
The prodromal phase (presenting symptoms) of radiation exposure occurs within 48 to 72 hours after exposure.
d) 24 to 48
The prodromal phase (presenting symptoms) of radiation exposure occurs within 48 to 72 hours after exposure.