Significance of the Project
The prolonged contact with asbestos develops asbestosis that is associated with the broncho-pulmonary system. Moreover, pneumofibrosis may occur in the lungs – the process that is similar to pneumosclerosis, when the normal tissue is replaced with the scar one (Oury, Roggli, & Sporn, 2014). The International Agency for Research of Cancer refers to asbestos to the most dangerous category of carcinogens that also significantly facilitates the effect of other carcinogens (“Asbestos (chrysotile, amosite, crocidolite, tremolite, actinolite, and anthophyllite,” 2017).
The contacts with asbestos can cause lung cancer and tumors of pleura and peritoneum. In this regard, it becomes evident that asbestos removal should be performed by either expert removalists or with a minimal release of fibers by homeowners (Goswami, Craven, Dahlstrom, Alexander, & Mowat, 2013). In Australia, DIY Removal guideline provides essential insights on how the latter may remove asbestos, increasing awareness, and providing the related documents (“DIY Removal,” 2017). The proposed research will reveal exposures related to this fiber as well as the ways the challenge can be addressed by informing health care professionals and advancing practice.
Ethics
While conducting the prospective study and investigating respondents’ indicators, it is necessary to receive their informed consent that would outline the key aspects regarding confidentiality, the lack of any harm, voluntary participation, and the right to remain anonymous. The purpose of the research and its course will be explained in detail before the study.
Proposed Benefits
In effect of the proposed study, it is expected to contribute to both theory and practice of health care by reflecting the most relevant aspects related to asbestos removal (Park, Yates, Hyland, & Johnson, 2013). Such information disseminated to health practitioners, patients, and potential risk groups is likely to increase awareness and prevent severe effects of asbestos inhalation. The limitation of the study will be associated with exposure restrictions.
References
Asbestos (chrysotile, amosite, crocidolite, tremolite, actinolite and anthophyllite). (2017). Web.
DIY Removal. (2017). Web.
Goswami, E., Craven, V., Dahlstrom, D. L., Alexander, D., & Mowat, F. (2013). Domestic asbestos exposure: A review of epidemiologic and exposure data. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 10(11), 5629-5670.
Oury, T. D., Roggli, V. L., & Sporn, T. A. (2014). Pathology of asbestos-associated diseases. New York, NY: Springer.
Park, E. K., Yates, D. H., Hyland, R. A., & Johnson, A. R. (2013). Asbestos exposure during home renovation in New South Wales. The Medial Journal of Australia, 199(6), 410-413.