The nurse suspects the client has had exposure to a chemical blood agent,such as cyanide.Which of the following symptoms of exposure would the nurse expect to note?
A)anxiety,headache,shortness of breath,coma
B)anxiety,irregular heartbeat,tightness in chest,shortness of breath
C)shortness of breath,tightness in chest,muscle cramps,convulsions
D)tightness in chest,shortness of breath,paralysis

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Symptoms of exposure to a blood agent would include anxiety,irregular heartbeat,tightness in chest,shortness of breath,headache,dizziness,confusion,nausea,convulsions,weakness,vomiting,and unconsciousness.

The Nurse Suspects the Client Has Had Exposure to a Chemical