Environmental Health Comprises Those Aspects of Human Health Affecting Quality

question 19

Multiple Choice

Environmental health comprises those aspects of human health affecting quality of life that are determined by biological, chemical, and social and psychological problems in the environment. Why is it important for nurses to understand the premises of environmental health?

• A) Nurses should be able to assess, eliminate/reduce, educate, and advocate for policies that support health environments.
• B) Toxicologists often consult nurses about environmental pollutants.
• C) Pollutants such as lead are among the top 20 reported by nurses to the Environmental Protection Agency.
• D) Many Americans live in areas that do not meet current national ambient air quality standards.

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Definitions:

Day-To-Day Interactions

The routine exchanges and communications that occur between individuals in their everyday life.

Social Needs

Basic human requirements for interaction and belonging within a community or group.

Informal Group

A group formed naturally based on personal relationships or shared interests rather than structured organizationally or by authority.

Day-To-Day Activities

Day-to-day activities encompass the routine actions and tasks that individuals or organizations perform regularly as part of their normal life or operation.