Processing of Patient Specimens and Handling of Actively Growing Cultures

question 12

Multiple Choice

Processing of patient specimens and handling of actively growing cultures of microorganisms puts an employee at risk of potential contact with the infectious agent through all the following routes EXCEPT:

• A) Mucous membranes
• B) Blood splashed onto intact skin
• C) Inhalation of aerosols
• D) Accidental ingestion

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