Which person might be most at danger from the environment?
A. The home health aide who cared for fairly healthy elderly clients in elderly housing
B. The nurse who worked as a scrub nurse in the operating room
C. The sanitarian who made rounds to assess the safety of restaurants, wells, and swimming pools
D. The ward clerk who answered the phone, greeted visitors, and responded to patient call bells
ANS: B
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