NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -The body stores lead in the teeth and bones, where it accumulates over time. Lead stored in bone may be released into the blood during pregnancy, thus exposing the fetus. Undernourished children are more susceptible to lead because their bodies absorb more lead if other nutrients, such as calcium or iron, are lacking.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lead in mineralizing tissues is not uniformly distributed. It tends to accumulate in bone regions undergoing the most active calcification at the time of exposure.

Detailed explanation-3: -Among lead’s well-known developmental health effects is stunting of skeletal growth in children. Moreover, lead is known to delay fracture healing and may contribute to osteoporosis. Yet the exact mechanism by which lead affects normal cellular functions in bone and cartilage is poorly understood.