A small nuclear weapon has been detonated in a nearby city. Which immediate symptoms of radiation sickness will the nurse assess in clients who have been exposed?

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The immediate symptoms of radiation sickness include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Dilated pupils and aggression may be seen in later stages of radiation exposure, while weight loss and anorexia are more chronic symptoms.

A Small Nuclear Weapon Has Been Detonated in a Nearby