Nitrate/nitrite toxicity - case studies in environmental medicine by agency for toxic substances and disease registry (ATSDR)

This manual is a self-instructional publication of the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), as part of its case studies in environmental medicine series. 

This educational case study document is one in a series of self instructional publications designed to increase the primary care provider’s knowledge of hazardous substances in the environment and to promote the adoption of medical practices that aid in the evaluation and care of potentially exposed patients.

The manual is divided into the following chapters: 

• How to use this course
• Initial check
• What are nitrates and nitrites?
• Who is at risk?
• What are U.S. standards for nitrate/nitrite levels?
• What Is the biological fate of nitrates/nitrites?
• What are the physiological effects of exposure to nitrates/nitrites?
• How should patients exposed to nitrates/nitrites be evaluated?
• What laboratory tests can help diagnose nitrate/nitrite toxicity?
• How should patients exposed to nitrates/nitrites be treated and managed?
• Where can I find more information?
• Post test Instructions
• Literature cited

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