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justinmsk

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The transmission of tetanus to humans is when a skin wound comes in contact with:
 
  a. rusty metals such as a rusted nail
  b. soil contaminated with animal feces
  c. the bite of an insect carrying the tetanus organisms
  d. the saliva of an infected dog

Question 2

During the twentieth century, child mortality was greatly reduced by: (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Improved nutrition
  b. Availability of immunizations
  c. Advent of antibiotics
  d. Government housing
  e. Improved sanitation


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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A Incorrect. The transmission of tetanus to humans is not when a skin wound comes in contact with rusty metals such as a rusted nail.
B Correct. The transmission of tetanus to humans is when a skin wound comes in contact with soil contaminated with animal feces.
C Incorrect. The transmission of tetanus to humans is not when a skin wound comes in contact with the bite of an insect carrying the tetanus organisms.
D Incorrect. The transmission of tetanus to humans is not when a skin wound comes in contact with the saliva of an infected dog.

Answer to Question 2

B, C, E
Improved sanitation, the advent of antibiotics, the institution of preventive measures such as immunization, and improved sanitation have decreased child mortality.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 27, 2018
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