Indoor Air Quality Is a Growing Public Concern Because of the Rise

question 6

Multiple Choice

Indoor air quality is a growing public concern because of the rise in asthma incidence in the United States. If a nurse wanted more information on indoor air quality, which of the following Web sites would be most helpful?

• A) The National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• B) The American Lung Association
• C) "Right to Know"
• D) The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

---

Definitions:

Malignant Tumor

A type of cancerous growth capable of invading other parts of the body and potentially leading to serious health risks or death.

Serous Membrane

A thin layer of tissue that lines certain internal cavities of the body, secreting a fluid that lubricates organ surfaces.

Inflammation

A biological response to injury or infection, leading to redness, heat, swelling, and pain in the affected area.

Lung

One of the two respiratory organs located in the chest, which facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the air and blood.