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Give an example to source of infection : 1. animal (zoonotic) 2. insect 3. soil

Intro To Health Care

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ISBN:9781337338295

Author:Mitchell

Publisher:Mitchell

Chapter10: Infection Control

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of infection :
1. animal (zoonotic)
2. insect
3. soil
4. food and water

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