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What is a potential consequence of workers having cold hands in a cold environment?
What is a potential consequence of workers having cold hands in a cold environment?
Which group is more prone to injuries due to long-term static postures?
Which group is more prone to injuries due to long-term static postures?
Prolonged standing can lead to which of the following issues?
Prolonged standing can lead to which of the following issues?
What effect does prolonged sitting have on the body?
What effect does prolonged sitting have on the body?
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Which factor increases the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) during manual handling?
Which factor increases the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) during manual handling?
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What is a favorable characteristic of some loads during manual handling?
What is a favorable characteristic of some loads during manual handling?
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Which combination of factors is most likely to increase the risk of joint injuries?
Which combination of factors is most likely to increase the risk of joint injuries?
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What condition can result from both prolonged sitting and standing?
What condition can result from both prolonged sitting and standing?
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What trend is expected regarding cases of MM due to non-occupational exposure to asbestos?
What trend is expected regarding cases of MM due to non-occupational exposure to asbestos?
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What is a primary driver for the asbestos industry's relocation to developing countries?
What is a primary driver for the asbestos industry's relocation to developing countries?
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Why is the argument for the controlled use of chrysotile asbestos seen as untenable in developing countries?
Why is the argument for the controlled use of chrysotile asbestos seen as untenable in developing countries?
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What factor is often neglected when evaluating the use of asbestos in developing countries?
What factor is often neglected when evaluating the use of asbestos in developing countries?
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What policy is increasingly considered necessary to address the asbestos cancer epidemic?
What policy is increasingly considered necessary to address the asbestos cancer epidemic?
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What rationale underlies the risk transfer of asbestos exposure from developed to developing countries?
What rationale underlies the risk transfer of asbestos exposure from developed to developing countries?
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What is the consumption pattern of asbestos in developing countries as of 2007?
What is the consumption pattern of asbestos in developing countries as of 2007?
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What does the global asbestos lobby typically assert about chrysotile asbestos?
What does the global asbestos lobby typically assert about chrysotile asbestos?
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What is emotional labour primarily concerned with?
What is emotional labour primarily concerned with?
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Which of the following best describes the cognitive-informational component of job resources?
Which of the following best describes the cognitive-informational component of job resources?
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The General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) includes which of the following stages?
The General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) includes which of the following stages?
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How is job stress viewed in psychophysiology?
How is job stress viewed in psychophysiology?
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In the context of job stress outcomes, which of the following is an example of an emotional strain?
In the context of job stress outcomes, which of the following is an example of an emotional strain?
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What does the term 'job resources' refer to?
What does the term 'job resources' refer to?
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Which of the following is considered a physical strain of stress?
Which of the following is considered a physical strain of stress?
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What may happen during the exhaustion stage of General Adaptation Syndrome?
What may happen during the exhaustion stage of General Adaptation Syndrome?
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Which sector has the highest relative number of MSD cases?
Which sector has the highest relative number of MSD cases?
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How do blue collar workers compare to white collar workers in terms of MSD cases?
How do blue collar workers compare to white collar workers in terms of MSD cases?
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Which occupation has the highest reported risk of MSDs?
Which occupation has the highest reported risk of MSDs?
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What is the ratio of MSDs reported among male workers compared to female workers?
What is the ratio of MSDs reported among male workers compared to female workers?
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Which group shows the highest number of work-related MSD complaints?
Which group shows the highest number of work-related MSD complaints?
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What was the reported number of MSDs among craft and trade workers per 100,000 workers?
What was the reported number of MSDs among craft and trade workers per 100,000 workers?
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Which factor increases the likelihood of work-related MSD complaints?
Which factor increases the likelihood of work-related MSD complaints?
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What is the average rate of MSD cases per 100,000 workers in the general population?
What is the average rate of MSD cases per 100,000 workers in the general population?
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What is the lifetime prevalence of people who experience back pain?
What is the lifetime prevalence of people who experience back pain?
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Which factor is the strongest predictor of future episodes of low back pain?
Which factor is the strongest predictor of future episodes of low back pain?
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How do the definitions and measurements of back pain affect studies?
How do the definitions and measurements of back pain affect studies?
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What percentage of people report low back pain lasting 24 hours or more each month?
What percentage of people report low back pain lasting 24 hours or more each month?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding the social impact of back pain?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the social impact of back pain?
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What demographic factor is noted to have a slightly higher prevalence of back pain?
What demographic factor is noted to have a slightly higher prevalence of back pain?
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What is a common misconception about the nature of pain and disability related to back pain?
What is a common misconception about the nature of pain and disability related to back pain?
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What socioeconomic trends related to back pain were observed from the 1950s to the mid-1990s in western countries?
What socioeconomic trends related to back pain were observed from the 1950s to the mid-1990s in western countries?
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Study Notes
Asbestos Industry
- Continued exposure to asbestos will result in an increase in medical malpractice cases.
- The asbestos industry is shifting to developing countries due to factors like low wages, cost of pollution, and a lower demand for a clean environment.
- The industrialized world's asbestos production is decreasing, while developing countries’ asbestos consumption is increasing.
- Developing countries are more vulnerable to asbestos risks due to limited oversight, absence of strong unions, and the focus on short-term advantages of cheap construction materials.
- A global ban on asbestos production and manufacturing is advocated as a solution to counteracting significant global asbestos-related health issues.
- There is a lack of government control in developing countries, leading to a higher risk of occupational disease.
Job Stress
- Stress relates to a physiological response to perceived threats.
- Three stages in the General Adaption Syndrome: alarm reaction, resistance stage, and exhaustion.
- Stress reactions can manifest in affective, cognitive, and physical ways.
- Cold environments can compromise muscle efficiency and lead to increased force exertion, potentially resulting in injuries.
- Repeated static postures can cause muscle tension and injuries.
- Prolonged standing can lead to fatigue and musculoskeletal disorders, while prolonged sitting can impact blood circulation and muscle function.
Manual Handling
- Repetitive, forceful manual handling combined with awkward postures increases the risk of musculoskeletal disorders.
- Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) have significant impact on the health of some workers.
Back Pain
- Back pain has always been a common symptom, although disability associated with back pain has increased.
- The strongest predictor of back pain is a history of previous back pain episodes.
- Back pain can commonly occur with other health conditions.
MSDs
- There are more MSDs in blue-collar compared to white-collar workers, and among those, craft and trade workers, plant and machine operators, and workers in elementary occupations have the highest risk.
- Service workers and shop and market sales workers have the highest work-related MSD complaints.
- The risk of MSDs is slightly higher for male workers than female workers.
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This quiz explores the impact of the asbestos industry on health and the increase in medical malpractice cases due to continued exposure. It also covers the physiological responses related to job stress, highlighting the stages of the General Adaptation Syndrome. Gain insight into the risks associated with asbestos exposure and stress management in the workplace.
