Nurses should know
w Basic Knowledge and Concepts
n basic mechanisms and pathways of exposure to environmental health
hazards, basic prevention and control strategies, the interdisciplinary
nature of effective interventions, and the role of research.
w Assessment and Referral
n environmental health history, potential environmental hazards and
sentinel illnesses, appropriate referrals; access and provide
information to patients
and communities, and to locate referral sources.
w  Advocacy, ethics, and risk communication
n role of advocacy (case and class), ethics, and risk communication in
patient care and community
w Legislation and Regulation
n Legislation/regulations related to environmental health.
N5290, Sept. 27, 2004