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    A nurse working in a health department is conducting a health screening for a group of farmworkers. Which of the following client statements indicates a possible health risk?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Rationale: A. "My home has running water and electricity": Access to utilities like water and electricity supports hygiene and food safety. This statement does not indicate a health risk and instead suggests a stable living environment. B. “I wear a hat and long sleeves while I am working”: Wearing protective clothing helps reduce exposure to the sun, pesticides, and other environmental hazards, thereby promoting health and safety during outdoor labor. C. “I am currently sharing my home with two roommates”: Sharing housing is common among migrant or seasonal workers. While crowding can pose a potential health risk, this specific scenario doesn’t indicate excessive crowding or direct danger. D. “I eat vegetables directly from the field where I work”: Consuming unwashed produce from the field poses a significant risk for pesticide exposure and ingestion of harmful microbes. This practice is unsafe and could lead to acute or chronic health issues.

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