A client who experienced whole-body radiation exposure 6 hours ago is brought to the emergency department with radiation sickness.On assessment,the nurse would expect the client to report:

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Nausea and vomiting are common symptoms of radiation sickness, as the radiation can damage the lining of the digestive tract. Bleeding, bruises, and hair loss are also possible symptoms, but they typically occur several days after exposure, not within 6 hours.

A Client Who Experienced Whole-Body Radiation Exposure 6 Hours Ago