A community health nurse is teaching a local community group about the effects of natural radiation from sun exposure. Which statement by the group would demonstrate that they need additional instruction?
A) Sunbathing is allowable if you're young and you have dark skin.
B) Exposure to some sun is important so that vitamin D can be absorbed.
C) A sunscreen should have a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or more.
D) Sunscreen is even more important with outdoor winter activities.
Question 2
An instructor is reviewing the evolution of environmental health and the development of various agencies designed to protect health.
As part of the review, the instructor includes the Environmental Protection Agency, describing its primary goal as which of the following?
A) Identify and address world health issues
B) Protect occupational safety and health
C) Monitor food and drug production and availability
D) Have authority over environmental health issues
Ionizing Radiation
Health effects of Caffeine
Scientists (group photo)
Types of Health Maintenance Organizations
Health and Income per Capita: Two Views
Planning, Implementing, & Evaluating Health Promotion Programs: A Primer (6th Edition)