Mike Gordon on wed 17 sep 08
From my files, Mike Gordon
Begin forwarded message:
> From: "Edouard Bastarache Inc."
> Date: September 21, 2007 12:48:59 PM PDT
> To: CLAYART@LSV.CERAMICS.ORG
> Subject: Praseodymium Metal
> Reply-To: Clayart
>
> 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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