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Which occupational disease is caused by long-term exposure to asbestos?
Which occupational disease is caused by long-term exposure to asbestos?
- Noise induced hearing loss
- Malaria
- Metal poisoning
- Silicosis (correct)
What is a common symptom of noise-induced hearing loss?
What is a common symptom of noise-induced hearing loss?
- Gastrointestinal issues
- Tinnitus (correct)
- Skin rashes
- Visual disturbances
Which factor can contribute to the misdiagnosis of occupational illnesses?
Which factor can contribute to the misdiagnosis of occupational illnesses?
- Absence of any symptoms
- Clear genetic predisposition
- Limited knowledge of workplace hazards (correct)
- Rapid recovery after exposure
What is a chronic effect that occupational metal poisoning can have on the nervous system?
What is a chronic effect that occupational metal poisoning can have on the nervous system?
Which of the following is an example of an occupational disease primarily caused by non-occupational factors?
Which of the following is an example of an occupational disease primarily caused by non-occupational factors?
What is an occupational disease?
What is an occupational disease?
Which of the following is NOT a health problem that can arise in industrial areas?
Which of the following is NOT a health problem that can arise in industrial areas?
What distinguishes occupational diseases from other diseases?
What distinguishes occupational diseases from other diseases?
Which body system is most affected by lead poisoning, a common occupational disease?
Which body system is most affected by lead poisoning, a common occupational disease?
Why is it important to identify and measure the causative agent in occupational diseases?
Why is it important to identify and measure the causative agent in occupational diseases?
What is a key consideration in the identification and recognition of occupational diseases?
What is a key consideration in the identification and recognition of occupational diseases?
In the context of occupational diseases, what does 'Strength of association' refer to?
In the context of occupational diseases, what does 'Strength of association' refer to?
Which factor is NOT relevant for identifying an occupational disease based on the text?
Which factor is NOT relevant for identifying an occupational disease based on the text?
Why is understanding the frequency of an illness among exposed persons important for recognition of occupational diseases?
Why is understanding the frequency of an illness among exposed persons important for recognition of occupational diseases?
What aspect is crucial for recognizing long-term effects of occupational exposure to asbestos?
What aspect is crucial for recognizing long-term effects of occupational exposure to asbestos?
