National Pesticide Competency Guidelines for Medical & Nursing Education

National Pesticide Competency Guidelines for Medical & Nursing Education outlines the knowledge and skills that students in the health professions need to have about pesticides. This document is part of a national initiative aimed at ensuring that pesticides issues become integral elements of education and practice of primary care providers. The National Strategies for Health Care Providers: Pesticides Initiative has set forth a strategic direction for the nation to improve the recognition, management, and prevention of pesticide-related health conditions.

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Foreword

Introduction

A Pesticide Primer

Pesticide Competency Guidelines for Medical and Nursing Education: Content, Insertion Points, and Resources
for Educational Curricula

Competency I: Knowledge and Concepts of Pesticides.............................................................21
Competency II: Diagnosis and Assessment..........................................................35

Compentency III: Treatment, Intervention, and Referrals...............................................................40

Compentency IV: Risk Communication.....................................................47

Compentency V: Reporting Requirements and Regulations..........................................................51