An employee approaches the occupational health nurse with concerns about exposures to toxins in the workplace
The employee states that he wears his protective devices to minimize exposure but wants to know what the occupational health nurse can do control exposure. What is a strategy of the occupational health nurse to control exposure to toxins in the workplace?
A) Advocating for employee education about the company
B) Screening/monitoring use of the employee health plan
C) Screening/monitoring of individuals at risk
D) Advocating for the rotation of employees every 3 months
Ans: C
Feedback: Strategies to control exposure should be identified and encouraged; these strategies include the use of protective devices (face masks, hoods, industrial respirators) to minimize exposure and screening/monitoring of individuals at risk. The nurse would not advocate for employee education, monitor use of the health plan, or advocate for the rotation of employees.
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