title: Essentials of occupational contact dermatitis.
abstract: Occupational skin disease constitutes a disproportionately large percentage of all occupational illnesses. It is beneficial for the nurse to have a clear understanding of the relationship between the worker and occupational contact dermatitis. This article describes background information, diagnostic testing, and preventive measures.
authors.forename: L A
authors.initials: LA
authors.lastname: Stewart
authors.forename: G J
authors.initials: GJ
authors.lastname: Engelken
authors.forename: N H
authors.initials: NH
authors.lastname: Nicol
mesh_terms: D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones / Q000627:therapeutic use; D009783:Dermatitis, Occupational / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000451:nursing / Q000517:prevention & control; D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing; D006801:Humans; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D011481:Protective Clothing; D012882:Skin Tests
chemical_list: D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones