A nurse is undergoing bioterrorism preparedness training and is learning about toxins and infectious agents and how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)categorizes them according to the risk each poses to the public.Which of the following agents are in category A, the highest risk agents? Select all that apply.
A)Anthrax
B)Ricin
C)Botulism
D)Smallpox
E)Plague

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Category A agents include Anthrax, Botulism, Smallpox, and Plague due to their high potential for public health impact, ease of dissemination, and potential to cause panic. Ricin is not in Category A.

A Nurse Is Undergoing Bioterrorism Preparedness Training and Is Learning