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Environmental health comprises those aspects of human health affecting quality of life that are determined by biological, chemical, and social and psychological problems in the envi-ronment.
 
  Why is it important for nurses to understand the premises of environmental health? 1. Nurses should be able to assess, eliminate/reduce, educate, and advocate for poli-cies that support health environments.
  2. Toxicologists often consult nurses about environmental pollutants.
  3. Pollutants such as lead are among the top 20 reported by nurses to the Environ-mental Protection Agency.
  4. Many Americans live in areas that do not meet current national ambient air quality standards.
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