#1
Which of the following is a common source of lead exposure in children?
Eating fruits and vegetables
Drinking tap water
Playing outside
Watching television
#2
What is the primary route of lead exposure in adults?
Inhalation
Ingestion
Dermal absorption
Eye contact
#3
Which organ is most severely affected by lead poisoning?
#4
What is the name of the medical treatment used to remove lead from the body?
Chelation therapy
Antibiotic treatment
Radiation therapy
Chemotherapy
#5
What is the main reason lead poisoning remains a global health concern?
It is easily treatable
There are no long-term effects
It is difficult to detect
It is non-toxic
#6
Which of the following is a symptom of acute lead poisoning?
Memory loss
Hair loss
Abdominal pain
Weight gain
#7
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of lead poisoning?
Fatigue
Constipation
Hyperactivity
Muscle weakness
#8
How does lead typically enter the body?
Through the skin
Through the mouth
Through the eyes
Through the nose
#9
Which of the following is NOT a potential source of lead exposure in homes?
Lead-based paint
Lead pipes
Plastic toys
Dust contaminated with lead
#10
Which population group is most vulnerable to lead exposure?
Teenagers
Elderly
Pregnant women
Young adults
#11
What is the acceptable blood lead level for children in the United States?
5 micrograms per deciliter (µg/dL)
10 micrograms per deciliter (µg/dL)
15 micrograms per deciliter (µg/dL)
20 micrograms per deciliter (µg/dL)
#12
Which industry has historically been a significant source of lead exposure?
Textile manufacturing
Pharmaceuticals
Construction
Agriculture
#13
What is the mechanism of action of lead in the body that causes toxicity?
Interference with calcium absorption
Stimulation of insulin production
Inhibition of DNA synthesis
Enhancement of immune response
#14
Which age group is most susceptible to lead poisoning?
Children under 6 years old
Teenagers
Adults over 60
Young adults aged 25-35
#15
Which of the following is a long-term effect of lead exposure?
Improved cognitive function
Reduced risk of heart disease
Increased risk of hypertension
Decreased risk of cancer
#16
What is the primary route of lead exposure in industrial settings?
Inhalation of lead dust or fumes
Ingestion of contaminated food
Direct skin contact with lead
Inhalation of lead-contaminated air