Rivers Flash Cards (11th edition)
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Environemntal Disorders 18
Concerning the initial management of patients with radioactive skin contamination, is it preferable only to wash or to wash and scrub the skin?
A
Washing with soap and water. May scrub skin gently until any signs of skin breakdown appear to avoid introduction of radioactive material into the underlying tissues.
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Environmental Disorders 19
Doses successful recovery from tetanus confer immunity to the disease?
A
No
The patient needs full primary immunization plus boosters through the years as otherwise would be indicated.
3
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Environmental Disorders 20
What tick-borne illness is characterized by severe retro-orbital headache and photophobia and requires only supportive therapy?
A
Colorado tick Fever
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