Lead Poisoning in Children and Adults
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- 1 January 2017
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Wolters Kluwer Health in Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing
- Vol. 36 (1) , 71-73
Abstract
Lead poisoning is receiving much attention and increased awareness lately owing to the tainted water supply crisis in Flint, Michigan. This article provides an important review about lead poisoning in both children and adults, potential causes, signs and symptoms, long-term effects, prevention, and recommendations for nursing practice. This article is not an in-depth examination of the topic, but rather a quick review.Keywords
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