After ingestion of lead, what organ systems should the nurse monitor because they are the most sensitive to the effects of lead? (select all that apply)
a. Heart
b. Lungs
c. Liver
d. Kidneys
e. Brain
f. Hematopoietic
ANS: D, E, F
The organ systems primarily affected by lead ingestion include the nervous system (brain), the hematopoietic system (tissues that produce blood cells), and the kidneys. The heart, liver, and lungs are not affected.
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