Name two of the health impacts directly related to mold and moisture. Question 1: Name two of the health impacts directly related to mold and moisture. Possible answers: Asthma Infection or Bronchitis Fungal infection Allergies There can be indirect impacts from e.g. structural deficiencies caused by mold and moisture or neurological problems caused by lead-based paint that is deteriorated because of moisture. We’re looking for the direct impacts here.
Possible answers: Asthma Infection or Bronchitis Fungal infection Allergies There can be indirect impacts from e.g. structural deficiencies caused by mold and moisture or neurological problems caused by lead-based paint that is deteriorated because of moisture. We’re looking for the direct impacts here.
Name three hazards that can trigger asthma symptoms. Question 2: Name three hazards that can trigger asthma symptoms. Possible answers: Environmental tobacco smoke, Pests (such as cockroaches or mice) Mold Dust mites Also possible – VOCs from cleaning supplies or things like air fresheners
Possible answers: Environmental tobacco smoke, Pests (such as cockroaches or mice) Mold Dust mites Also possible – VOCs from cleaning supplies or air fresheners
Question 3: Cleaning reduces exposure to a number of hazards. Name two of those hazards. Possible answers: Environmental tobacco smoke Pesticides Asthma and allergy triggers such as mold and pests Lead-based paint
Possible answers: Environmental tobacco smoke Pesticides Asthma and allergy triggers such as mold and pests Lead-based paint
Question 4: Name three possible health impacts from exposure to environmental tobacco smoke. Possible answers: Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) Coronary heart disease Ear problems Acute respiratory infections More severe asthma Lung cancer Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Pneumonia Bronchitis
Possible answers: Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) Coronary heart disease Ear problems Acute respiratory infections More severe asthma Lung cancer Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Pneumonia Bronchitis
Question 5: Name three possible health impacts on children from exposure to lead-based paint. Possible answers: Reduced IQ Reduced attention span Increased antisocial behavior Reduced educational attainment Damaged hearing and speech Slowed growth Anemia
Possible answers: Reduced IQ Reduced attention span Increased antisocial behavior Reduced educational attainment Damaged hearing and speech Slowed growth Anemia
What is the most significant health impact related to dust mites? Question 6: What is the most significant health impact related to dust mites? Dust mites are an asthma trigger
Dust mites are an asthma trigger
Question 7: Name three possible health impacts from exposure to cockroaches and mice or rats. Possible answers: Asthma Bacterial disease Viruses Fungi Mice and rats also carry the risk of salmonella and hantavirus
Possible answers: Asthma Bacterial disease Viruses Fungi Mice and rats also carry the risk of salmonella and hantavirus
What is the most significant health impact related to bedbugs? Question 8: What is the most significant health impact related to bedbugs? Bedbugs disturb sleep and can cause mental health problems.
Bedbugs disturb sleep and can cause mental health problems.
Question 9: How much higher is the concentration of pollutants indoors than outdoors? The concentration of various pollutants be be 2-5 times higher indoors.
The concentration of various pollutants can be 2-5 times higher indoors.
What does VOC stand for? What does it refer to? Question 10: What does VOC stand for? What does it refer to? VOC stands for Volatile Organic Compounds. It refers to chemical compounds that evaporate when exposed to the air.
VOC stands for Volatile Organic Compounds VOC stands for Volatile Organic Compounds. It refers to chemical compounds that evaporate when exposed to the air.
Name three possible health impacts from exposure to VOCs. Question 11: Name three possible health impacts from exposure to VOCs. Possible answers: Ear, nose and throat irritation Headaches Loss of coordination Damage to liver, kidneys and central nervous system Risk of cancer
Possible answers: Ear, nose and throat irritation Headaches Loss of coordination Damage to liver, kidneys and central nervous system Risk of cancer
Why should we not get too excited about that new car smell? Question 12: Why should we not get too excited about that new car smell? The smell is mostly organic compounds in the vehicle off-gassing.
The smell is mostly organic compounds in the vehicle off-gassing The smell is mostly organic compounds in the vehicle off-gassing. VOCs can have health impacts.
Define ‘particulate matter,’ and identify three possible sources. Question 13: Define ‘particulate matter,’ and identify three possible sources. Definition: A mixture of solid particles and liquid droplets found in the air Possible sources: Dust Dirt Soot Smoke sources Chemical reactions from industry
Definition: A mixture of solid particles and liquid droplets found in the air Possible sources: Dust Dirt Soot Smoke sources Chemical reactions from industry
Question 14: Name three possible health impacts from exposure to particulate matter. Possible answers: Exacerbated heart and lung disease Aggravated asthma Decreased lung function Increased respiratory symptoms
Possible answers: Exacerbated heart and lung disease Aggravated asthma Decreased lung function Increased respiratory symptoms
Name three possible health impacts safety-related hazards. Question 15: Name three possible health impacts safety-related hazards. Possible answers: Choking and suffocation Drowning Electrical shock Entry by intruders Fires and burns Firearms related injuries Poisoning Trips and falls
Possible answers: Choking and suffocation Drowning Electrical shock Entry by intruders Fires and burns Firearms related injuries Poisoning Trips and falls
Explain what asbestos is, and identify three possible sources. Question 16: Explain what asbestos is, and identify three possible sources. Definition: A naturally occurring mineral fiber Possible sources: Roofing shingles Floor tiles Insulation
Definition: A naturally occurring mineral fiber Possible sources: Roofing shingles Floor tiles Insulation
Name the three most common health impacts from exposure to asbestos. Question 17: Name the three most common health impacts from exposure to asbestos. The three most common health impacts are: Lung cancer Mesothelioma Asbestosis “Extra Credit” if students can tell you want mesothelioma and asbestosis are Mesothelioma: A cancer of the lining of the chest and the abdominal cavity Asbestosis: Lungs become scarred with fibrous tissue, leading to shortness of breath and persistent cough
The three most common health impacts are: Lung cancer Mesothelioma Asbestosis “Extra Credit” for defining mesothelioma and asbestosis: Mesothelioma: A cancer of the lining of the chest and the abdominal cavity Asbestosis: Lungs become scarred with fibrous tissue, leading to shortness of breath and persistent cough
Explain what radon is, and identify its source. Question 18: Explain what radon is, and identify its source. Definition: A naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from the breakdown of uranium in soil, rock and water and gets into the air you breathe Source: Soil. Although it can also enter the home through well water.
Definition: A naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from the breakdown of uranium in soil, rock and water and gets into the air you breathe Source: Soil. Although it can also enter the home through well water.
Name the primary health impact related to radon. Question 19: Name the primary health impact related to radon. Radon causes lung cancer
Radon causes lung cancer
Question 20: Name three possible health impacts on adults from exposure to lead-based paint. Possible answers: Muscle and joint pain High blood pressure Fertility and sexual problems Memory and concentration problems
Possible answers: Muscle and joint pain High blood pressure Fertility and sexual problems Memory and concentration problems