Asbestos Toxicity
What Instructions Should Be Given to Patients Exposed to Asbestos?
Course: WB 2344
CE Original Date: January 29, 2014
CE Renewal Date: January 29, 2016
CE Expiration Date: January 29, 2018
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Learning Objectives |
Upon completion of this section, you will be able to
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Introduction |
Patients with a history of asbestos exposure will vary widely in their clinical status. Some will be asymptomatic and will continue to be so for life. Some will be beginning to show signs of asbestos-associated disease, and others will have more established disease. The care you provide will depend on the clinical status of the patient. All patients exposed to asbestos, however, need some basic guidance on
ATSDR has developed a Patient Care and Education Instruction [PDF - 55 KB] sheet on asbestos toxicity. It is designed to provide patients with useful information and advice for caring for themselves. |
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Self Care |
Patients should be advised to avoid exposures and conditions that might further increase their risk of disease or worsen their existing condition.
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Clinical Follow-up |
Patients should be advised to consult their physicians if they develop
ATSDR's Patient Care Instruction and Education sheet has a more detailed checklist that you can use to determine which types of follow-up are relevant for a given patient. |
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Key Points |
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