Exam 15: Environmental Hazards

Which of the following is likely to result from lead poisoning?

Radiation damage may occur from repeated exposure to:

Bites from both wild and domesticated animals may cause:

Which of the following types of cells are most likely to be damaged by exposure to radiation?

Which of the following is a potential effect of a bite or sting?

Which statement applies to food poisoning? 1)It results from consuming contaminated food and water. 2)It often causes gastroenteritis,including vomiting and diarrhea. 3)Outbreaks occur frequently in institutions. 4)It is often caused by Escherichia coli,normally found in the stomach.

Which of the following is considered carcinogenic?

Institutions frequently have outbreaks of infection associated with poultry products contaminated by:

Inhalants can be:

Choose the correct effects of exposure of the ears to very cold temperatures:

The term pica refers to:

What is/are signs of hypothermia?

A common illness for tourists in developing countries is "traveler's diarrhea," often caused by:

Bites and stings cause disease in three ways:

During the development of hyperthermia,the stage of heat exhaustion is marked by:

Illness in institutions may be traced back to food handlers who:

During the development of hyperthermia,the state of heat exhaustion is indicated when:

Which of the following events would most likely cause a person to faint and experience difficulty breathing?

The amount of radiation absorbed by the body is measured in rads,or _________?