Transmission of Aeromonas spp. to humans is by:
a. exposure of disrupted skin and mucosal surfaces to contaminated animal hides.
b. ingestion of contaminated seafood or wa-ter.
c. inhalation of contaminated air.
d. close contact with carriers of the organism.
B
None of these organisms are considered part of the normal human flora; therefore, no carriers are known to exist. Transmission to humans is by ingestion of contaminated water or seafood or by exposure of disrupted skin and mucosal surfaces to contaminated water.
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