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kodithompson

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on: Jul 8, 2018
Worldwide, the most frequent cause of death from a single agent is:
 
  1. AIDS
  2. Malaria
  3. Hepatitis
  4. Tuberculosis

Question 2

Work-related hazards present potential and actual risks to the health and safety of workers. Which of the following may be encountered by all workers?
 
  1. Workplace stress leading to hypertension and cardiovascular disease
  2. Asbestos, plastics, lead, and solvents leading to dermatitis
  3. Cement dust and metals leading to bronchitis
  4. Hormones and nitroglycerine leading to reproductive effects


mcabuhat

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

4
TB strikes nearly 3 million people each year. One-third of the world's population harbors the pathogen.

Answer to Question 2

1
All the other answers are specific to certain occupations and jobs.


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