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Causes and spread of infection

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Micro-organisms that cause infection may originate from which of the following sources (choose 3):

Bacteria

Minerals

Other people

Ourselves

The environment

Is the following statement true or false? Sharing contaminated objects or misusing cleaning equipment increases the risk of cross-contamination.

TRUE

FALSE

Is the following statement true or false? Different types of food-poisoning bacteria can live on foods, but most prefer food that is dry and high in carbohydrates.

FALSE

TRUE

Which 3 of the below are people who are more at risk of infection?

Babies and children

People who are in good health

People with lowered immunity

People who exercise regularly

Young adults

People who are on a diet

Older people

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