Question

A patient comes into the hospital because she is worried about possible exposure to radiation. The doctors determine that the patient has 60 rem of exposure. What is her risk of cancer?

High because her exposure is less than 100 rem.
Low because her exposure is less than 100 rem.
High because her exposure is greater than 50 rem.
Low because her exposure is greater than 50 rem.

Answer 1

High because her exposure is greater than 50 rem.

Step-by-step explanation:

Between 5 to 20 rem of exposure the person can have possible chromosomal damage and between 20 - 100 rem there is reduction of white blood cells.

Chromosomal damage can causes cells to multiply erratically thus causing cancer. Low white blood cell count will reduce the natural defense or immunity of the person which poses severe threat.

Answer 2

The answer is high because her exposure is greater than 50 rem and over 50 rem is cause death to cells, tissue, organs.