Lead Screening Evaluation

Screening for Elevated Blood Lead Levels in High-Risk Children Evaluation

Objectives
Following this learning activity, the learner will be able to:

  • Name the two principal sources of lead exposure for children in the United States.
  • Discuss why young children are at greatest risk for environmental lead exposure.
  • Discuss why all Medicaid-eligible children should be screened for elevated blood lead levels.
  • State the rationale for testing high-risk children for elevated blood lead levels at both 1 and 2 years of age.

IME Bulletin Post Test (Lead Screening) (please check correct answers)

1. Lead exposure in childhood may contribute to long-lasting or permanent cognitive and behavioral deficits.
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2. The current threshold for an elevated blood lead level in children is 20 ug/dL.
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3. Most lead poisoning in children is due to chips or dust from deteriorating lead paint on interior surfaces.
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4. Painted surfaces in houses built before 1950 are more likely to have high concentrations of lead.
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5. Children at increased risk for lead exposure should be have their blood lead level tested at either 1 or 2 years of age, but not both.
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Post Test Answer Key

Correct Answer: 1. True, 2. False, 3. True, 4. True, 5. False


Evaluation

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