Chapter 28 Environmental Hazards and Associated Problems

Chapter 28  Environmental Hazards and Associated Problems

Complete Chapter Questions And Answers
 

Sample Questions

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. Which of the following is likely to result from lead poisoning?
a.
Damage to the brain and peripheral nerves
b.
Inflammation and fibrosis in the lungs
c.
Various cancers
d.
Displacement of oxygen from hemoglobin

ANS: A REF: 633

2. During the development of hyperthermia, the state of heat exhaustion is indicated when:
a.
body core temperature is very high.
b.
skeletal muscle spasms occur.
c.
hypovolemia and fainting occur.
d.
the cool-down process is too rapid.

ANS: C REF: 634

3. What is/are signs of hypothermia?
a.
Systemic vasodilation
b.
Lethargy and confusion
c.
Nausea and cramps
d.
Rapid but strong pulse

ANS: B REF: 635

4. Which of the following types of cells are most likely to be damaged by exposure to radiation?
a.
Bone and cartilage
b.
Skeletal and smooth muscle
c.
Peripheral and central neurons
d.
Epithelial tissue and bone marrow

ANS: D REF: 635

5. Which of the following events would most likely cause a person to faint and experience difficulty breathing?
a.
Exposure to gamma rays
b.
Eating fish containing mercury
c.
An insect sting
d.
Inhalation of asbestos particles

ANS: C REF: 636-637