MC Botulism is a disease in which the causative organism is ingested with contaminated food or water. Contamination usually occurs by accident through inadequate canning and preserving processes, but it also could occur as a result of
A. Preservatives used on the food.
B. Insecticides used on crops.
C. Bioterrorist activity.
D. Environmental contamination.
C. Bioterrorist activity.
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When screening clients for drug abuse, the nurse assesses the clients for common behavior patterns of persons with drug addiction, which include:
a. low socioeconomic class. c. manipulation of others. b. dependency. d. low self-esteem.
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1. Calcium 2. Magnesium 3. Iron 4. All of the above