MAP20090076815Malachowski, Michael J.Health effects of toxic substances / by M.J. Malachowski. — 2nd. ed. — Maryland : Government Institutes, Division of ABS Group Inc., cop. 1999XVI, 292 p. ; 28 cm.Fondo donado por el Sr. Enrique González Fernández, del INSHTSumario: Industrial toxicology: history and hazards -- Pharmacokinetics: exposure and entry routes -- Pharmacokinetics: distribution, localization, biotransformation, and elimination of toxics -- Dose-effect and time-effect relationships -- Classification, type, and limits of exposure -- Action of toxic substances: pharmacodynamics -- Target organ effects -- Reproductive toxins, mutagens, and carcinogens -- Survey of common hazardous agents: toxic substances -- Survey of common hazardous agents: physical and biological hazards -- Industrial hygiene and occupational health hazards -- Monitoring of harmful agents -- Exposure limits and personal protective equipment -- Exposure control methods -- Medical monitoring, treatment, and management -- Risk assessment and epidemiology -- Hazardous materials classes -- Conversion factors and measurement units