CDPH Lead Inspector/Assessor California State Practice Exam

A venous confirmed blood lead level between 10-14ug/dL indicates what action should take place?

1. Individual case management

2. Immediate hospitalization

3. Community intervention activities

4. Environmental remediation

The correct answer is: Community intervention activities

A venous confirmed blood lead level between 10-14 µg/dL indicates that the individual is experiencing lead exposure that is significant enough to warrant further intervention and monitoring. At this level, there is an increased risk of potential health impacts, particularly in young children who are most vulnerable to lead's toxic effects. Community intervention activities are crucial at this stage, as they focus on reducing lead exposure in a broader context. These activities may include educational programs for families about the sources and dangers of lead exposure, community awareness campaigns, and initiatives to mitigate lead hazards in local environments such as housing, schools, and playgrounds. While individual case management is an important component of addressing lead exposure for higher levels of lead in the blood, community-wide efforts prevent further cases and protect the population. Hospitalization is typically reserved for much higher blood lead levels where more immediate medical intervention is necessary, and environmental remediation becomes essential mainly when lead hazards are identified that pose an ongoing risk. Thus, the focus on community intervention activities aligns with public health strategies aimed at reducing overall lead exposure and ensuring community well-being.