Which statement best describes signs of pesticide poisoning?

• A. Sneezing and coughing only
• B. Hair loss and vomiting
• C. Convulsions, respiratory difficulty, lack of coordination or paralysis
• D. Increased appetite and energy

Answer: (C)

Pesticide poisoning commonly disrupts the nervous system and can quickly impair breathing. The signs reflected by convulsions, respiratory difficulty, and loss of coordination or paralysis capture both the neurological disruption and the impact on respiration you’d expect with acute exposure. This combination best matches how toxins can impair brain and nerve function while also compromising breathing. Sneezing and coughing can occur with irritation but aren’t specific to poisoning; hair loss and vomiting aren’t as characteristic and can arise from other issues; increased appetite and energy are not typical signs of toxicity.