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Nerve agents are organophosphorus agents that cause all the following EXCEPT?
slow heart rate
Blister agents include all of the following EXCEPT?
Blister agents, also known as vesicants, primarily include substances like mustard gas, lewisite, and phosgene oxime, which cause severe blistering and damage to the skin and mucous membranes. However, agents such as nerve agents (e.g., sarin or VX) do not fall under the category of blister agents, as they function primarily by disrupting the nervous system rather than causing blisters. Therefore, any mention of nerve agents would be an exception in the context of blister agents.
What do nerve agents and organophosphorus agents cause?
The Disaster Mental Health Response Team can be called upon to assist victims and disaster responders. Which of the following is NOT a service that they may provide
Nerve agents are organophosphorus agents that cause what?
These cause damage to the nervous system so it will not work.
Which type of chemical agent when released can cause?
Persistent
What are Nerve agents are organophosphorus agents?
These cause damage to the nervous system so it will not work.
Does exposure to nerve agent cause dilated pupils?
Yes, exposure to nerve agents can cause dilated pupils, a condition known as mydriasis. Nerve agents inhibit acetylcholinesterase, leading to an accumulation of acetylcholine, which can disrupt normal autonomic function and result in various symptoms, including pupil dilation. This effect is part of a broader range of cholinergic symptoms that may occur following exposure.
Vesicant (blister) agents include all of the following EXCEPT Sarin Phosgene oxime Nitrogen Mustard Lewisite?
Vesicant agents, or blister agents, primarily include substances like nitrogen mustard, Lewisite, and phosgene oxime, which cause severe skin and respiratory damage. However, Sarin is not a vesicant; it is a nerve agent that disrupts the normal functioning of the nervous system. Therefore, the correct answer is Sarin, as it does not belong to the category of blister agents.
M8 Chemical Detector Paper detects which agents?
G, H, and V chemical agents. G agents are nerve agents, and will cause the paper to turn any shade from yellow to gold. H agents are blister agents, and will cause the paper to turn any shade from pink to red. V agents are nerve agents, and will cause the paper to turn dark green. Decontaminating agents, and ammonia based cleaning products (such as window cleaners) can cause M8 paper to give false positive readings.
Which type of chemical warfare agent can take hours to cause casualty-producing effects?
nerve agents
Is nitrogen a nerve agent?
No, nitrogen is not a nerve agent. Nerve agents are chemical compounds that disrupt the transmission of impulses along the nerve cells and can cause paralysis and death. Nitrogen is a common element in the atmosphere and is not used as a nerve agent.
What is true regarding nerve agent exposure?
Exposure to nerve agents can cause symptoms such as nausea, difficulty breathing, and muscle paralysis. Immediate medical attention is crucial in cases of nerve agent exposure to prevent serious health consequences or death. Protective gear should be worn when handling or working in environments where nerve agents may be present.
