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What is a factor that inhibits the clearance of dusts that have entered the lungs?
What is a factor that inhibits the clearance of dusts that have entered the lungs?
- Genetic factors
- Sex
- Age
- Smoking (correct)
Why are elderly and young workers more susceptible to toxic substances?
Why are elderly and young workers more susceptible to toxic substances?
- They have poor metabolic processes (correct)
- They have a history of allergies
- They are exposed to more hazardous agents
- They are more likely to smoke
What is the purpose of considering a worker's medical history?
What is the purpose of considering a worker's medical history?
- To identify the worker's genetic factors
- To identify previous illnesses that may be aggravated by substances (correct)
- To determine the worker's reproductive system
- To determine the worker's age
Which of the following toxins is known to cause neurological defects in the offspring of exposed pregnant women?
Which of the following toxins is known to cause neurological defects in the offspring of exposed pregnant women?
Why are workers with enzyme deficiencies more susceptible to toxic substances?
Why are workers with enzyme deficiencies more susceptible to toxic substances?
What is a factor that may affect the reproductive systems of both male and female workers?
What is a factor that may affect the reproductive systems of both male and female workers?
What may happen to a worker with anemia if they are employed in a company using lead?
What may happen to a worker with anemia if they are employed in a company using lead?
Why should a worker with a liver disease be monitored closely when working with solvents?
Why should a worker with a liver disease be monitored closely when working with solvents?
What can alter a worker's natural defense mechanisms and increase the chance of developing ill-effects?
What can alter a worker's natural defense mechanisms and increase the chance of developing ill-effects?
What increases the risk of liver disease in a worker exposed to solvents?
What increases the risk of liver disease in a worker exposed to solvents?
What increases the risk of lung cancer in workers exposed to asbestos fibers?
What increases the risk of lung cancer in workers exposed to asbestos fibers?
