A nurse is teaching a community group ways to prevent Escherichia coli infection. Which statements made by the nurse are accurate? (Select all that apply.)
a. "Wash your hands after any contact with animals."
b. "It is not necessary to buy a meat ther-mometer."
c. "Stay away from people who are ill with diarrhea."
d. "Use separate cutting boards for meat and vegetables."
e. "Avoid swimming in backyard pools and using hot tubs."
A, D
Washing hands after contact with animals and using separate cutting boards for meat and other foods will help prevent E. coli infection. The other statements are not related to preventing E. coli infection.
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