Which occupation would hold highest risk of glanders?
a. Rice farmer
b. Medical doctor
c. Veterinarian
d. Sewer worker
C
Glanders is an infection found in horses, mules, and donkeys, as well as in other animals caused by B. mallei. Humans (e.g., veterinarians, farriers, other animal workers, and laboratory person-nel) in close contact with infected animals or contaminated objects may become infected. Bacte-ria enter through wounds or cuts or through eyes and nose.
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