A nurse is attempting to minimize damage following a bioterrorism attack in the community.Which of the following would be the most crucial aspect for the nurse to consider?
A) Detecting an increase in people with similar signs and symptoms
B) Identifying typical chemical or biological agents
C) Identifying factors that put people at risk
D) Recognizing areas of vulnerability within an area

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An unannounced dissemination of a biological agent may easily go unnoticed,and the victims may have left the area of exposure long before the act of terrorism is recognized.Therefore,the first and most important aspect is recognizing that an outbreak has occurred by noting the increase in people presenting with similar signs and symptoms.After the similar signs and symptoms have been detected,the next step is striving to identify the biological or chemical agent.Then the nurse will identify factors that place people at risk,implement measures to control the outbreak,and finally,inform the medical and public communities about treatments,health consequences and preventive measures.

A Nurse Is Attempting to Minimize Damage Following a Bioterrorism