Edouard Bastarache Inc. on fri 21 sep 07
Hello all,
more information on praseodymium metal for those interested
I-Acute Effects:
Inhalation: May cause irritation to the respiratory tract and mucous =
membrane. Dusts may cause asthma attacks and lung damage such as lung =
granulomas. Large doses may cause immediate defecation, writhing, loss =
of muscle coordination, labored respiration, sedation, hypotension and =
cardiovascular failure.
Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal irritation.
Skin: May cause irritation, rashes and skin granulomas.
Eye: May cause irritation.
II-Chronic Effects:
Inhalation: Prolonged or repeated inhalation may cause writhing, loss of =
muscle coordination, labored respiration, sedation, hypotension and =
cardiovascular failure.
Ingestion: May affect the coagulation rate of the blood.
Skin: May cause dermatitis, sensitivity to heat, itching and skin =
lesions.
Eye: No chronic health effects recorded.
Target Organs: May affect the respiratory system, blood and skin.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing =
respiratory disorders.
Carcinogenicity: NTP: No IARC: No OSHA: No
III-EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air, keep warm and quiet, give oxygen =
if breathing is difficult and seek medical attention.
INGESTION: Give 1-2 glasses of milk or water and induce vomiting, seek =
medical attention. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an =
unconscious person.
SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing, brush material off skin, wash =
affected area with mild soap and water, seek medical attention if =
irritation persists.
EYE: Flush eyes with lukewarm water, lifting upper and lower eyelids, =
for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Gis la revido,
(A la revoyure)
Edouard Bastarache
Spertesperantisto
Sorel-Tracy
Quebec
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