occupational lung disease Flashcards
1
Q
What are the groupings of occupational lung disease and how do they present?
A
high molecular wt- present with rhinitis first
low molecular wt- main one to know is Di-isocyanates- car sprayers
2
Q
What is the latency of onset of occupational asthma?
A
6-24months, no maximum
3
Q
What is the best test to confirm berylliosis?
A
Lymphocyte proliferation test done on blood (need two abnormal test) or on BAL done in OH service
4
Q
How often should you do pear flow monitoring?
A
2 hourly in waking hours for 3 weeks- aim 4/day ideally before work during and after
5
Q
Materials known to cause respiratory disease should be given which code?
A
H334
