Occupational and Environmental Health: Recognizing and Preventing Disease and Injury - Multiple Choice Questions - Learn & Prevent

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What illness is associated with acute inhalation of manganese dust or fumes?

  1. Parkinsonian syndrome

  2. Chronic beryllium disease

  3. Minamata disease

  4. Cadmium-fever

The correct answer is: Parkinsonian syndrome

Acute inhalation of manganese dust or fumes is associated with the development of Parkinsonian syndrome. Parkinsonian syndrome refers to a collection of signs and symptoms caused by brain damage in the parts of the brain that control movement. The other options listed as choices are incorrect as they are associated with different illnesses and have different potential causes. Chronic beryllium disease is caused by exposure to beryllium, a toxic metal present in certain industries. Minamata disease is a neurological condition caused by consumption of seafood contaminated with methylmercury. Cadmium-fever is not a recognized illness and is likely a made-up term.

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