The community health nurse is making a presentation on carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning at the neighborhood health fair. Which of the following will the nurse include in her presentation? Select all that apply
a. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas.
b. Home-installed carbon dioxide detectors are shown to be ineffective.
c. Carbon monoxide poisoning causes many older adult deaths in cold weather months.
d. During rainy weather, a home fireplace with charcoal may be used for barbequing.
ANS: A, C
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