Which of the following statements about issues influencing health care are true? (Select all that apply.)

Safety problems in a healthcare facility, such as unsafe equipment or poor infection-control practices, can cause illness or injury, so A is true. Environmental conditions—such as air quality, chemicals, or hazardous waste—can create safety hazards, so these issues often overlap and B is true. Exposure to health risks does not decrease a healthcare worker’s risk of illness; it can increase that risk, so C is false.

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