Radiation Hazards — Flashcards

Flashcard 1: Benzidine is a carcinogenic aromatic amine found in _____ associated with Transitional Cell Carcinoma of the Bladder

Answer: textile dyes

Flashcard 2: With long term-exposure, patients of _____ poisoning can develop bluish-gray gingival lines (called Burtonian lines).

Answer: lead

Flashcard 3: A constriction band _____ contraindicated in a snake-bite emergency

Answer: is

Extra: Tight constriction bands and tourniquets are contraindicated in snakebite management. They aggravate local tissue damage (necrosis) and can cause a massive release of venom into the systemic circulation upon removal. Current guidelines (WHO) emphasize immobilization and rapid transport over the use of restrictive bands.

Flashcard 4: The most dangerous contact path for electricity is entry through the _____ and exit through the opposite foot

Answer: left hand

Flashcard 5: The image shows an arborescent burn caused by _____.

Answer: lightning stroke

Flashcard 6: Identify the following snake: _____

Answer: Sea snake

Flashcard 7: Identify the following snake: _____

Answer: Common Krait

Flashcard 8: Identify the following snake: _____

Answer: Common green pit viper

Flashcard 9: Identify the following snake: _____

Answer: Russell viper

Flashcard 10: _____ is the best screening tool for lead toxicity

Answer: urinary ALA

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