Question 1

Mr.Salle works in a plant producing solvent.How might he be exposed to environmental hazards?&#10;A) Absorption&#10;B) Penetration&#10;C) Ingestion&#10;D) Inhalation

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Absorption

Question 2

The federal government reports on what environmental indicator?&#10;A) Ultraviolet (UV)index&#10;B) Population density&#10;C) Ozone levels&#10;D) Fluoride levels in water

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The federal government reports on ozone levels as an environmental indicator. Ozone is a reactive gas that plays an important role in the atmosphere, but high levels can be harmful to human health and the environment. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) tracks ozone levels in different regions of the country and reports on the air quality index (AQI) to inform the public about potential health risks.

Question 3

Which Canadian document was the first to link the environment to health?&#10;A) Ottawa Charter&#10;B) The Report of the Walkerton Inquiry&#10;C) A New Perspective on the Health of Canadians&#10;D) Building on Values: The Future of Health Care in Canada

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A New Perspective on the Health of Canadians was the first Canadian document to explicitly connect the environment to health, highlighting how social and economic factors contribute to health outcomes. The Ottawa Charter did emphasize the importance of environmental factors on health, but did not directly link it to the environment. The Report of the Walkerton Inquiry and Building on Values: The Future of Health Care in Canada do not address the link between environment and health.

Question 4

What is an occupational health nurse?&#10;A) A nurse with an occupational health nursing certificate through the Canadian Nurses Association&#10;B) A nurse certified through the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses&#10;C) A nurse with additional training in health and safety&#10;D) A nurse registered with the Canadian Occupational Nurses Association

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An occupational health nurse is a registered nurse who has received additional training in health and safety to address workplace-related health issues.

Question 5

What is an example of pressure in the DPSEEA framework?&#10;A) Poverty&#10;B) Overcrowding&#10;C) Air pollution&#10;D) Greenhouse gases

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Question 6

What is used to show the relationship between the amount of exposure to an agent and the elicited response in the population?&#10;A) Susceptibility&#10;B) Dose-related histogram&#10;C) DPSEEA framework&#10;D) Epidemiology

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A dose-related histogram is used to show the relationship between the amount of exposure to an agent and the elicited response in the population. Susceptibility refers to the likelihood of an individual to get affected by an agent. DPSEEA framework is a conceptual framework for assessing the environmental health impact of human activities. Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in a specific population.

Question 7

What is an example of federal environmental legislation?&#10;A) Food and Drug Act&#10;B) Environmental Protection Act&#10;C) Occupational Health and Safety Act&#10;D) Clean Air Act

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Question 8

A tire dump is burning upwind from a small community.An environmental risk assessment is done.What information will this provide?&#10;A) Who in the community is at greatest risk&#10;B) The financial cost of the exposure&#10;C) Current information for the community&#10;D) The level of exposure that will impact health

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An environmental risk assessment would provide information on the level of exposure to the hazardous substances from the burning tire dump that could impact community health. This would include information on the type of pollutants present, the concentration and the potential pathways for exposure. This information can be used to develop an effective emergency response plan to minimize the impact of the exposure on the community's health. While the assessment may provide some information on current information for the community (C), it is not typically focused on this aspect. The assessment would not provide information on the financial cost (B) or who in the community is at greatest risk (A), which would require other types of analysis.

Question 9

What is the purpose of an environmental health assessment?&#10;A) Determine the level of exposure&#10;B) Determine a possible link between an environmental exposure and health&#10;C) Discover the relationship between the dose of the environmental agent and the response&#10;D) Identify toxins in the environment

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The purpose of an environmental health assessment is to determine a possible link between an environmental exposure and health. It involves investigating the potential health risks associated with exposure to environmental factors, such as air pollution, hazardous waste, or contaminated water sources. By identifying these risks, strategies can be developed to minimize or prevent harm to individuals and communities.

Question 10

Mr.Chagnon works in a coal mine.What type of environmental factor will most likely influence his health?&#10;A) Ergonomic&#10;B) Chemical&#10;C) Biological&#10;D) Physical

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Since Mr. Chagnon works in a coal mine, he is likely to be exposed to various chemicals such as coal dust, which can lead to respiratory problems and other health issues. Ergonomic factors would be more relevant if Mr. Chagnon had a desk job, and physical factors (such as extreme temperatures) would depend on the specific conditions of the mine. Biological factors could also be a concern if there are pests or pathogens present in the mine, but this is less likely than chemical exposure.

Question 11

At what level in the DPSEEA Framework are community health nurses involved?&#10;A) Exposure and effects&#10;B) State of the environment&#10;C) Pressures&#10;D) Driving forces

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Question 12

Using the DPSEEA Framework,what is a driving force that can influence the state of the environment?&#10;A) Poverty&#10;B) Water quality and supply&#10;C) Air pollution&#10;D) Public policy

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Question 13

A nurse who is assessing hazard control would consider which to be an administrative control?&#10;A) Wearing gloves when working with biological hazards&#10;B) Rotating workers for two-hour periods through a high heat area&#10;C) Replacing the dangerous cleaning solution with a safe product&#10;D) Enclosing workers in a noise-free control room

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Question 14

Environmental hazards that impact health can exist in the home,workplace,and neighbourhood.What is an example of a hazard in the neighbourhood that can impact health?&#10;A) Working in a car assembly plant&#10;B) Winter driving&#10;C) Use of Lysol spray in the bathroom&#10;D) Substandard housing

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Question 15

What is the most common disease that can be attributed to environmental factors?&#10;A) HIV&#10;B) Diarrhea&#10;C) Lower respiratory infections&#10;D) Malaria

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Question 16

What is an example of the first line of defence to control exposure to environmental hazards?&#10;A) Changing jobs&#10;B) Respirators&#10;C) Limiting repetitive motion&#10;D) Ventilation systems

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Question 17

List four of the six CNA OHN Certification Competencies.Give three components for each major competency.

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Question 18

Where would an occupational health nurse work?&#10;A) Hockey arena&#10;B) Community centre&#10;C) Sawmill&#10;D) Elementary school

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Question 19

What percentage of deaths can be attributed to environmental causes?&#10;A) 46%&#10;B) 23%&#10;C) 38%&#10;D) 12%

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Question 20

What organization has a national voice influencing health and safety regulations across Canada?&#10;A) Worksafe&#10;B) Labour Ministry&#10;C) Canadian Nurses Association&#10;D) Occupational Health Nursing Association

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Deck 24: Environmental Health