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bobbie

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Which factor increases the risk for developing MODS?
 a. patient age below 50 years old
 b. having SIRS for less than two days
  c. the use of invasive catheters
 d. low body weight
 e. having localized, acute injuries

Question 2

Listeria monocytogenes is one of the few bacteria who can thrive at refrigerator temperatures.
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

T



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