A client who works in a dry cleaning establishment comes to the clinic for a regular check-up. Based on this information, the nurse assesses the client for:
1. Asbestosis
2. Dermatitis
3. Tendonitis
4. Raynaud's phenomenon
ANS: 2
Persons who work in dry cleaning establishments are exposed to solvents that may cause derma-titis or liver disease. Asbestosis is more likely to be found as an occupational hazard for automo-bile workers and insulators. Tendonitis may result from repetitive wrist motion as seen in office computer workers. Raynaud's phenomenon may result from vibration as seen with jackham-mer operators.
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