Question

short term exposure to benzene can cause what issues? (select all that apply)

headache
hyperactive
dizzy/drowsiness
fever

Explanation:

Analyze acute exposure symptoms

Using the Acute Chemical Exposure and Benzene Health Effects knowledge points

• Headache: Common central nervous system (CNS) depressant effect of acute inhalation.
• Hyperactive: Incorrect; acute exposure causes CNS depression, not hyperactivity.
• Dizzy/Drowsiness: Classic symptoms of acute inhalation affecting the brain.
• Fever: Incorrect; fever is an immune response, not a direct acute toxic effect.

Answer:

• Headache (Correct answer)
• Hyperactive
• Dizzy/Drowsiness (Correct answer)
• Fever