14 Questions
What is the definition of health according to the text?
The state of complete physical, mental, social, and spiritual wellbeing
What are occupational diseases related to?
Exposure to various factors in the job or work environment
According to the WHO Expert Committee, what are work-related diseases characterized by?
Being multifactorial and potentially work-related
What is the impact of adverse working conditions on work-related diseases as per the text?
They may be partially caused, aggravated, accelerated, or exacerbated by adverse working conditions
What is the importance of a healthy workforce according to the text?
It is vital for sustainable social and economic development
What is an essential characteristic of work/occupation according to the text?
Occupying a considerable part of a person’s waking hours and being stimulating & rewarding
What is the primary focus of primary prevention of occupational diseases?
Reducing the risk of diseases through exposure reduction
What is the term used to refer to hearing impairment resulting from exposure to loud sound?
Noise-induced hearing loss
Which factor is NOT mentioned as a potential cause of noise-induced hearing loss?
Diet and alcohol consumption
What is the main focus of secondary prevention of occupational diseases?
Identifying health problems before they become clinically apparent
What type of noise exposure can lead to sudden hearing deterioration?
Exposure to impulse noise
What percentage of young people are estimated to be exposed to sufficient noise that could lead to hearing impairment?
15%
What is the primary cause of occupational hearing loss?
Exposure to hazardous substances
Which type of prevention involves giving aids like hearing aids to workers suffering from sensory-neural hearing loss?
Tertiary prevention
Study Notes
Definition of Health and Occupational Diseases
- Health is defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
Occupational Diseases and Work-Related Diseases
- Occupational diseases are related to the occupation or workplace.
- According to the WHO Expert Committee, work-related diseases are characterized by a close relationship between the disease and the occupation.
Impact of Adverse Working Conditions
- Adverse working conditions can lead to an increased risk of work-related diseases.
Importance of Healthy Workforce
- A healthy workforce is essential for economic and social development.
Characteristics of Work/Occupation
- One essential characteristic of work/occupation is that it can have both positive and negative effects on health.
Primary Prevention of Occupational Diseases
- The primary focus of primary prevention of occupational diseases is to prevent the occurrence of diseases.
Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
- Hearing impairment resulting from exposure to loud sound is referred to as noise-induced hearing loss.
- Noise-induced hearing loss is an important occupational health issue.
- Factors that can contribute to noise-induced hearing loss include loud machinery, tools, and equipment.
- One type of noise exposure that can lead to sudden hearing deterioration is impulse noise.
- Approximately 40% of young people are estimated to be exposed to sufficient noise that could lead to hearing impairment.
- The primary cause of occupational hearing loss is excessive noise exposure.
Prevention of Occupational Diseases
- Secondary prevention of occupational diseases focuses on early detection and treatment of diseases.
- Tertiary prevention of occupational diseases involves providing aids like hearing aids to workers suffering from sensory-neural hearing loss.
Learn about the impact of work and occupation on overall health, including the risk of noise-induced hearing loss. Understand the importance of maintaining a healthy workforce for sustainable social and economic development.
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