Which of the following should make the nurse suspect a biological event? (Select all that apply. )
A)Large numbers of ill people with unexplained similar symptoms
B)Unexplained deaths among young and healthy populations
C)A patient population with symptoms suggestive of a common agent
D)An unusual geographical pattern associated with the symptoms

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You should suspect a biological event when large numbers of ill people present who have unexplained yet similar symptoms;when unexplained deaths occur,particularly among young and healthy populations;when an unusual pattern (e.g. ,geographical,season,and patient population)is associated with the symptoms;when the patient fails to respond to traditional therapy;and when a single patient presents with symptoms suggestive of an uncommon agent (e.g. ,anthrax,and smallpox).Once you suspect a biological event,notify incident command immediately.

Which of the Following Should Make the Nurse Suspect a Biological