Abstract
In this session, stressors experienced by farmers will be described. Common health issues including mental health, respiratory exposures, noise exposures and other potential problems will be discussed. Preventative measures to reduce risk will be described.
Sigma Membership
Phi Psi
Lead Author Affiliation
Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina, USA
Type
Presentation
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
N/A
Research Approach
N/A
Keywords:
Agriculture, Farming, Hearing Loss
Recommended Citation
Fiske, Elizabeth Ann, "Nursing awareness of health issues of agricultural workers" (2019). Convention. 89.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/convention/2019/presentations_2019/89
Conference Name
45th Biennial Convention
Conference Host
Sigma Theta Tau International
Conference Location
Washington, DC, USA
Conference Year
2019
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Nursing awareness of health issues of agricultural workers
Washington, DC, USA
In this session, stressors experienced by farmers will be described. Common health issues including mental health, respiratory exposures, noise exposures and other potential problems will be discussed. Preventative measures to reduce risk will be described.
Description
45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.