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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.
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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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1. The objectives were met. |
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2. The information was well organized, clearly presented, and easy to understand. |
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3. The format was a good way to learn this information. |
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4. The information will be relevant to my practice. |
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5. Did you perceive any commercial bias in this presentation? |
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