A father of an 18-month-old boy reports that his son has been constipated, has pain in his abdomen when touched, and seems lethargic since they moved to a new house. The nurse should asses if the environment:
1. Contains lead-based paint.
2. Has pollen in the area surrounding the house.
3. Is near a factory.
4. Is near power lines.
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1. The symptoms are common with exposure to lead-based paint, and the nurse should anticipate a blood test.
2. Pollen may cause sneezing as well as watery, itchy eyes, but not the symptoms described.
3. Living near a factory may cause environmental hazards, but the child is showing signs of lead poisoning.
4. The child is showing signs of lead poisoning, which is not found near power lines.
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