The Nurse Is Explaining the Action of Botulism, a Disease

question 14

Multiple Choice

The nurse is explaining the action of botulism, a disease in which the causative organism is ingested with contaminated food or water. Contamination usually occurs by accident through inadequate canning and preserving processes, but it also could occur as a result of:

• A) Preservatives used on the food.
• B) Environmental contamination.
• C) Bioterrorist activity.
• D) Insecticides used on crops.

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