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Nickel-related nasal cancer — DOccMed MCQ

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ModerateOccupational DiseaseNickel-related nasal cancerDOccMed

A 58-year-old former nickel refinery worker with a nasal cavity tumour. What is the most relevant occupational consideration?

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Correct answer: D — Nasal and lung cancers in nickel refinery workers are prescribed diseases, advise about IIDB

Nickel compounds are IARC Group 1 carcinogens. Nasal and lung cancers in nickel refinery workers are prescribed (PD C22).

Reference: IIDB; IARC Nickel Monograph