title: Public policy and child lead poisoning: implementation of Title X.
abstract: Nurses who care for pediatric patients in all settings must be aware of the critical effects of lead poisoning in children. Lead causes toxic effects in the human body, especially in children. These hazards have led to government involvement related to the issues of lead poisoning. Currently, governmental programs are set up under Title X: The Residential Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992. However, the political changes and potential cuts in government spending may affect programs such as Title X. Because of this and their important role in child health, pediatric nurses should understand the political process, the implementation of such programs, and effects of potential funding cuts.
authors.affiliation: Washington Hospital, PA, USA.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Knestrick
authors.forename: J A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Milstead
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D002669:Child Welfare / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D002675:Child, Preschool; D006291:Health Policy; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007855:Lead Poisoning / Q000451:nursing*; D010371:Pediatric Nursing / Q000458:organization & administration*; D015397:Program Evaluation; D014481:United States