Several cases of an emerging infectious disease are reported in workers at a research station that borders a tropical rainforest region. The pathogen is identified as a species of bacteria carried by nematodes that infect mosquitos, and disease transmission occurs in a human host following a mosquito bite. Which organisms should be targeted in the treatment of infected patients?
A. Nematode and bacteria
B. Mosquito, nematode, and bacteria
C. Mosquito and nematode
D. Mosquito and bacteria
Answer: A
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