Asked by kaitlin whittaker on May 15, 2024
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What are the entry routes to the body for a poison?
A) Ingestion
B) Physical contact
C) Inhalation
D) All of the above
Inhalation
The act of breathing in; drawing air or other substances into the lungs.
Physical Contact
The act of two or more objects or substances touching or coming into direct interaction with each other.
Ingestion
The act of taking food, drink, or another substance into the body through the mouth.
- Discern and acknowledge the attributes and threats of toxic substances, inclusive of their modes of ingress into the body.
Verified Answer
LN
Lovely NalanMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Poisons can enter the body through ingestion (eating or drinking), physical contact (absorption through the skin), and inhalation (breathing in gases, vapors, or particles), making all of the listed options correct entry routes.
Learning Objectives
- Discern and acknowledge the attributes and threats of toxic substances, inclusive of their modes of ingress into the body.