Which of the following persons is probably most at risk for an infectious disease?
A. A member of the janitorial staff who has cleaned floors and equipment in the hospital for as long as anyone can remember
B. A gentleman who, besides being a firefighter, is a trained paramedic
C. The RN who is a family nurse practitioner and sees private clients for health teaching
D. The RN who is a first assistant to the physician in the operating room
ANS: A
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