Which nursing action is appropriate when providing care to a toddler-aged patient whose lead level is 8 mcg/dL?
A) Conducting a survey of the environment
B) Following up as needed during future appointments
C) Administering prescribed edetate calcium-disodium (EDTA)
D) Preparing the patient for hospital admission for a full medical work-up

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A lead level of 8 mcg/dL is considered low level lead exposure, and immediate hospitalization or administration of chelation therapy (such as EDTA) is not necessary. The appropriate nursing action in this case would be to follow up as needed during future appointments, monitor the patient's lead levels, and conduct a survey of the environment to identify potential sources of lead exposure.

Which Nursing Action Is Appropriate When Providing Care to a Toddler-Aged